Porträt eines Richters movie poster

Porträt eines Richters

June 24, 1998 1h 30m

Originally released in 1998. Porträt eines Richters is a crime/tv movie film. directed by Norbert Kückelmann.

Starring Robert Giggenbach, Peter Simonischek, and Michael Degen

Synopsis

This film is about the difference between law and justice. A national socialist is accused of having stirred up some people against foreigners. A judge has to decide whether he has done so or if his statement comes under the constitutional given freedom of speech. This is compared with a trial in the third Reich. A young woman is being accused of having a relationship with a jew. The film confronts two views of law: the judgement is only based on the current law or the judgement may be influenced by socio-political events and sense of justice.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 24, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • WDR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Porträt eines Richters about?

This film is about the difference between law and justice. A national socialist is accused of having stirred up some people against foreigners. A judge has to decide whether he has done so or if hi...

Who directed Porträt eines Richters?

Porträt eines Richters was directed by Norbert Kückelmann.

How long is Porträt eines Richters?

Porträt eines Richters has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was Porträt eines Richters released?

Porträt eines Richters was released on June 24, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Porträt eines Richters?

The main cast of Porträt eines Richters includes Robert Giggenbach, Peter Simonischek, Michael Degen, Franziska Walser, Gerd Anthoff.