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Orpheus steigt herab

October 16, 1965

Originally released in 1965. Orpheus steigt herab is a drama film. directed by Hubert Hoelzke.

Starring Gisela May, Harry Hindemith, and Reiner Schöne

Synopsis

In the Jim-Crow South, Val Xavier is a bass-playing drifter who retains a wild, compassionate spirit amid neon-lit decay. Nicknamed “Snake Skin” for his animal-hide jacket, Val seeks to shed the emptiness of wealthy nightclubs and, after turning thirty, yearns for a modest, purposeful life grounded in honest work.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 16, 1965 60 years ago
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Language German Original language
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Country East Germany + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Fernsehen der DDR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orpheus steigt herab about?

In the Jim-Crow South, Val Xavier is a bass-playing drifter who retains a wild, compassionate spirit amid neon-lit decay. Nicknamed “Snake Skin” for his animal-hide jacket, Val seeks to shed th...

Who directed Orpheus steigt herab?

Orpheus steigt herab was directed by Hubert Hoelzke.

When was Orpheus steigt herab released?

Orpheus steigt herab was released on October 16, 1965 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Orpheus steigt herab?

The main cast of Orpheus steigt herab includes Gisela May, Harry Hindemith, Reiner Schöne, Barbara Dittus, Kurt Müller-Reitzner.