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Narcissus and Goldmund (2020)

6.320201h 50mDE
Drama

Directed by Stefan Ruzowitzky

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 50m

Language

DE

Release

March 12, 2020

Director

Stefan Ruzowitzky

Official Trailer

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Overview

In the dark middle ages, young unruly Goldmund is sent to a monastery by his father to atone for the sins of his mother, who abandoned them. There, he meets Narcissus, a brilliant, scholarly novice who is introverted and aloof. A unique and deep life-long friendship is born. Narcissus chooses to rem...

Cast

Sabin Tambrea

Sabin Tambrea

Narziss

Jannis Niewöhner

Jannis Niewöhner

Goldmund

Emilia Schüle

Emilia Schüle

Lydia

Uwe Ochsenknecht

Uwe Ochsenknecht

Meister Niklaus

Jessica Schwarz

Jessica Schwarz

Rebekka

Roxane Duran

Roxane Duran

Lisbeth

Kida Khodr Ramadan

Kida Khodr Ramadan

Anselm

Sunnyi Melles

Sunnyi Melles

Gräfin

Matthias Habich

Matthias Habich

Burgherr

André Hennicke

André Hennicke

Lothar

Henriette Confurius

Henriette Confurius

Lene

Johannes Krisch

Johannes Krisch

Goldmunds Vater

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Narcissus and Goldmund (2020), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the dark middle ages, young unruly Goldmund is sent to a monastery by his father to atone for the sins of his mother, who abandoned them. There, he meets Narcissus, a brilliant, scholarly novice who is introverted and aloof. A unique and deep life-long friendship is born. Narcissus chooses to remain detached from the world in prayer and meditation. Goldmund, passionate, sensual and impulsive, runs away from the monastery to live a picaresque wanderer’s life, his amorous and artistic adventures leading him to discover the extremes of both ecstasy and pain. Several thrilling years pass until one day these friends cross paths again...

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Narcissus and Goldmund. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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