Hell on Wheels
Originally released in 2004. Hell on Wheels is a documentary film. directed by Pepe Danquart. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Erik Zabel, Rolf Aldag, and Andreas Klöden
Synopsis
Year after year hundreds of thousands of fans line the route of the Tour de France, cheering on their heroes and willing them to victory, while millions of viewers worldwide tune in on their televisions. Academy Award-winning director Pepe Danquart, fascinated by the spectacle of the three week race, chose to focus on the courage, the pain and the fear of the riders of the Tour. Training his lens on German superstar sprinter Eric Zabel and his loyal domestique Rolf Aldag, Danquart captures the thrill of the race and the teamwork behind the stars of the peleton. He also shines light on the Tour's supporting cast - the director sportifs, masseurs, and, of course, the wildly enthusiastic fans. Reveling in the stunning landscape - from the Alps to the Pyrenees to the Massif Central to Paris - and with a nice dollop of Le Tour's history, HELL ON WHEELS transcends the sport it celebrates to reveal an astonishing human endeavor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 10, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
8.1/10
Excellent (9 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Dschoint Ventschr Filmproduktion
- Amaury Sport Organisation
- Quinte Film GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hell on Wheels about?
Year after year hundreds of thousands of fans line the route of the Tour de France, cheering on their heroes and willing them to victory, while millions of viewers worldwide tune in on their televi...
Who directed Hell on Wheels?
Hell on Wheels was directed by Pepe Danquart.
How long is Hell on Wheels?
Hell on Wheels has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was Hell on Wheels released?
Hell on Wheels was released on June 10, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hell on Wheels?
The main cast of Hell on Wheels includes Erik Zabel, Rolf Aldag, Andreas Klöden, Steve Zampieri, Dieter Ruthenberg.