At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength)
Originally released in 1980. At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength) is a drama/documentary film. directed by Anthea Kennedy.
Starring Paul Geoffrey, Michael Mellinger, and Val Kennedy
Synopsis
A rich and challenging account of the experiences of a German Jewish musician who settled in Britain to escape Nazi persecution. Two of his friends are being sued by a former SS Kommandant, who denies their accusation that he was responsible for the genocide of 300 Belgians. Documentary interviews and archive footage merge with dramatised scenes to create a new way of representing history and memory.
Quick Facts
Directors
Top Cast
Paul Geoffrey
as Johannes Schmidt
Michael Mellinger
as Johannes Schmidt
Val Kennedy
as Johannes Schmidt
Brigitte Kahn
as Sophie Vogel
Gerhard Richter
as Gerhard Langsdorf
Frederick Jaeger
as Kurt Langsdorf
Stacey Tendeter
as Author
Alister Cameron
as 1st Policeman
Stephen Kane
as 2nd Policeman
William Keddell
as Young Kurt
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- British Film Institute Production Board
Frequently Asked Questions
What is At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength) about?
A rich and challenging account of the experiences of a German Jewish musician who settled in Britain to escape Nazi persecution. Two of his friends are being sued by a former SS Kommandant, who den...
Who directed At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength)?
At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength) was directed by Anthea Kennedy.
How long is At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength)?
At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength) has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength) released?
At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength) was released on January 1, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength)?
The main cast of At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength) includes Paul Geoffrey, Michael Mellinger, Val Kennedy, Brigitte Kahn, Gerhard Richter.