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Brother of Sleep
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Brother of Sleep

1995 · 127 min Drama
6.6 / 10 · TMDB

In the beginning of the 19th century, Johannes Elias Alder is born in a small village in the Austrian mountains. While growing up he is considered strange by the other villagers and discovers his love of music, especially rebuilding and playing the organ at the village church. After experiencing an "acoustic wonder", his eye color changes and he can hear even the most subtle sounds.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Joseph Vilsmaier

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

André Eisermann

André Eisermann

Elias

Dana Vávrová

Dana Vávrová

Elsbeth

Ben Becker

Ben Becker

Peter

Jochen Nickel

Jochen Nickel

Köhler Michel

Jürgen Schornagel

Jürgen Schornagel

Curate Benzer

Paulus Manker

Paulus Manker

Oskar

Michaela Rosen

Michaela Rosen

Seffin

Peter Franke

Peter Franke

Seff

Detlef Bothe

Detlef Bothe

Lukas

Michael Mendl

Michael Mendl

Nulf

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