Das Martyrium des Peter OHey
Originally released in 1964. Das Martyrium des Peter OHey is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Peter Lilienthal. At just 56 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Joachim Wichmann, Angelika Hurwicz, and Thomas Rosengarten
Synopsis
Poetic fable about the sophisticated rape of civil rights by a totalitarian power. The orderly existence of Peter O'Hey and his family is shaken one day by the announcement that a tiger has taken up residence in his bathroom. The state, represented by a civil servant, a tax collector and a protocol chief, as well as the private company, represented by a scientist, a circus director and an old hunter, take a keen interest in this news and try to exploit the unusual situation for their personal interests. They besiege the apartment of Peter O'Hey and finally also claim his life by abusing him as a decoy for the tiger.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Joachim Wichmann
as Peter O'Hey
Angelika Hurwicz
as Frau O'Hey
Thomas Rosengarten
as Jas O'Hey
Helga Ballhaus
as Die Tochter
Heinz Meier
as Der Beamte
Hans Timerding
as Der Steuereinnehmer
Günter Meisner
as Der Wissenschaftler
Alexander Welbat
as Der Zirkusdirektor
Adolf Rebel
as Der Chef des Protokolls
Götz Olaf Rausch
as Der alte Jäger
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Südwestfunk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Das Martyrium des Peter OHey about?
Poetic fable about the sophisticated rape of civil rights by a totalitarian power. The orderly existence of Peter O'Hey and his family is shaken one day by the announcement that a tiger has taken u...
Who directed Das Martyrium des Peter OHey?
Das Martyrium des Peter OHey was directed by Peter Lilienthal.
How long is Das Martyrium des Peter OHey?
Das Martyrium des Peter OHey has a runtime of 0 hours and 56 minutes (56 minutes total).
When was Das Martyrium des Peter OHey released?
Das Martyrium des Peter OHey was released on May 19, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Das Martyrium des Peter OHey?
The main cast of Das Martyrium des Peter OHey includes Joachim Wichmann, Angelika Hurwicz, Thomas Rosengarten, Helga Ballhaus, Heinz Meier.