Mathias Kneißl
Originally released in 1971. Mathias Kneißl is a drama film. directed by Reinhard Hauff.
Starring Hans Brenner, Ruth Drexel, and Eva Mattes
Synopsis
Inspired by the real-life events of Mathias Kneißl, a marginal man, son of poor farmers from Bavaria, in the late XIX century. Mathias stole from the rich to give to the poor, becoming a hero for the rural people and a popular social rebel. He was chased by the police until his unfortunate sentence.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 27, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Hans Brenner
as Mathias Kneissl
Ruth Drexel
as Res Kneissl, Mathias' Mutter
Eva Mattes
as Katharina Kneissl
Hanna Schygulla
as Mathilde Schreck
Frank Frey
as Alois Kneissl
Gustl Bayrhammer
as Mühlbauer
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
as Flecklbauer
Kurt Raab
as Fritz Rechthaler, Jungbauer
Walter Sedlmayr
as Polizist
Kelle Riedl
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Bavaria Film
- WDR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mathias Kneißl about?
Inspired by the real-life events of Mathias Kneißl, a marginal man, son of poor farmers from Bavaria, in the late XIX century. Mathias stole from the rich to give to the poor, becoming a hero for ...
Who directed Mathias Kneißl?
Mathias Kneißl was directed by Reinhard Hauff.
How long is Mathias Kneißl?
Mathias Kneißl has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was Mathias Kneißl released?
Mathias Kneißl was released on May 27, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mathias Kneißl?
The main cast of Mathias Kneißl includes Hans Brenner, Ruth Drexel, Eva Mattes, Hanna Schygulla, Frank Frey.