Lifespan movie poster

Lifespan

September 5, 1975 1h 17m 4.7/10 (11 votes)

Originally released in 1975. Lifespan is a drama/thriller film. directed by Sandy Whitelaw. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Hiram Keller, Tina Aumont, and Klaus Kinski

Synopsis

Cult icon Klaus Kinski features in this dark and intriguing existential thriller. He plays the mysterious "Swiss Man" - ruthless industrialist Nicolas Ulrich - who is obsessed with a search for the elixir of life. He tricks a young American scientist into joining him on his demonic quest. A quest that ends in suicide, death and madness. The story takes place in the atmospheric European city of Amsterdam. Its winding alleys and ancient canals trap the characters in a labyrinthine maze as they find themselves manipulated like figures on a giant chess board.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 5, 1975 50 years ago
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Runtime 1h 17m 77 minutes total
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User Rating 4.7/10 Mixed (11 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Netherlands + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Whitepal Productions

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lifespan about?

Cult icon Klaus Kinski features in this dark and intriguing existential thriller. He plays the mysterious "Swiss Man" - ruthless industrialist Nicolas Ulrich - who is obsessed with a search for the...

Who directed Lifespan?

Lifespan was directed by Sandy Whitelaw.

How long is Lifespan?

Lifespan has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).

When was Lifespan released?

Lifespan was released on September 5, 1975 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Lifespan?

The main cast of Lifespan includes Hiram Keller, Tina Aumont, Klaus Kinski, Fons Rademakers, Eric Schneider.