Despair (1978) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Despair (1978) — Berlin, 1930, during the rise of Nazism. Hermann Hermann, a Russian emigrant and chocolate manufacturer,
Despair (1978) Storyline
Berlin, 1930, during the rise of Nazism. Hermann Hermann, a Russian emigrant and chocolate manufacturer, married to the capricious Lydia, loses his temper more and more every day when dealing with his workers and other businessmen; until he meets Felix, a vagrant, who seems to be physically identical to him; a disconcerting fact that leads Hermann Hermann to plot a particular way out of a fake world he actually hates.
Full Cast & Crew
- Dirk Bogarde as Hermann Hermann
- Andréa Ferréol as Lydia Hermann
- Klaus Löwitsch as Felix Weber
- Volker Spengler as Ardalion
- Bernhard Wicki as Orlovius
- Armin Meier as Silverman / Sergeant Brown / Foreman
- Peter Kern as Müller
- Adrian Hoven as Inspector Schelling
- Alexander Allerson as Mayer
- Hark Bohm as Doctor
- Roger Fritz as Inspector Braun
- Gottfried John as Perebrodov
- Y Sa Lo as Elsie
- Lilo Pempeit as Mrs. Schmidt
- Ingrid Caven as Hotel Manager
Why Watch Despair?
The Vibe: Despair is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1978. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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