Rabbit Heart
"Growing up is tough, but finding yourself is the hardest role to play."
Originally released in 1987. Rabbit Heart is a family/drama film. directed by Gunter Friedrich. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bettina Hohensee, Susa Kusche, and Frank Ruttloff
Synopsis
The thirteen year old Janni is depressed, because she's still a little behind in her physical development. This leads to bullying remarks from her classmates. One day, a film crew comes to her school to find a candidate for the role of a Prince in a movie. They choose Janni, who they think is a boy. She takes on the role. At school, she tells her classmates she plays a Princess. When the moment of truth approaches she must find the self-confidence to invite the class to the premiere.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 13, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
9.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
East Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rabbit Heart about?
The thirteen year old Janni is depressed, because she's still a little behind in her physical development. This leads to bullying remarks from her classmates. One day, a film crew comes to her scho...
Who directed Rabbit Heart?
Rabbit Heart was directed by Gunter Friedrich.
How long is Rabbit Heart?
Rabbit Heart has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Rabbit Heart released?
Rabbit Heart was released on December 13, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rabbit Heart?
The main cast of Rabbit Heart includes Bettina Hohensee, Susa Kusche, Frank Ruttloff, Juliane Korén, Gisela Morgen.