Die Mauer – Berlin '61 (2006) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
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Die Mauer – Berlin '61 (2006) Storyline
August 1961: To earn a bit of West German money, East Berlin "plaselayer" Hans Kuhlke smuggles scrap metal to his friend Erwin Sawatzke in West Berlin. One evening, he and his wife are invited to the Sawatzkes' house. Meanwhile, their son Paul stays with a friend in East Berlin. On this summer night, the political situation in Berlin comes to a dramatic head: the borders are closed and the construction of the Wall is initiated. The disappearance of his parents leaves 14-year-old pioneer Paul torn between family ties and loyalty to the party. At the last second, he sees through his role in the system and is taken in by his piano teacher. Together they plan their escape to the West - but it turns into a race against time.
Full Cast & Crew
- Iris Berben as Lavinia Kellermann
- Johanna Gastdorf as Renate Sawatzke
- Heino Ferch as Hans Kuhlke
- Inka Friedrich as Katharina Kuhlke
- Sybille J. Schedwill as Frau im Zug
- Axel Prahl as Erwin Sawatzke
- Frederick Lau as Paul Kuhlke
- Wilfried Hochholdinger as FDJ-Funktionär und Erzieher
- Marie Gruber as Nachbarin
- Ralf Dittrich
- Ralph Misske as Mitarbeiter Beratungsstelle für Flüchtlinge
- George Lenz as Fotograf Robert Bräutigam
- Oliver Wnuk as Ausweiskontrolleur im Zug
- Jule Gartzke as Franziska
- Lisa Altenpohl as Flüchtling
Why Watch Die Mauer – Berlin '61?
The Vibe: Die Mauer – Berlin '61 is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and history movie from 2006. Directed by Hartmut Schoen, and starring Iris Berben, Johanna Gastdorf, Heino Ferch August 1961: To earn a bit of West German money, East Berlin "plaselayer" Hans Kuhlke smuggles scrap metal to his friend Erwin Sawatzke in West Berlin.
Fan Reception: Boasting a solid score of 7.2/10, Die Mauer – Berlin '61 delivers a polished experience that stands out in the crowded Drama landscape.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with history elements, Die Mauer – Berlin '61 deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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