Hälfte des Lebens
This tragic love story relates ten decisive years in the life of the great Romantic poet Friedrich Hölderlin, played by a young Ulrich Mühe.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1985 |
| Country | Germany, East Germany |
| Genre | Romance, History, Drama |
| Director | Herrmann Zschoche |
| Runtime | 98 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 3.3/10 (5 votes) |
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Hälfte des Lebens is an acquired taste at 3.3/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1985. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Ulrich Mühe
Friedrich Hölderlin
Jenny Gröllmann
Susette Gontard
Swetlana Schönfeld
Marie Rätzer
Michael Gwisdek
Jakob Gontard
Peter-Mario Grau
Isaac von Sinclair
Christine Gloger
Hölderlins Mutter
Simone Frost
Hölderlins Schwester Henrike
Christine Harbort
Haushälterin Wilhelmine
Reimar Johannes Baur
Dr. Ebel
Rolf Hoppe
Wilhelm Heinse
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