Steppenwolf
"For madmen only."
Originally released in 1974. Steppenwolf is a drama film. directed by Fred Haines.
Starring Max von Sydow, Dominique Sanda, and Pierre Clémenti
Synopsis
In the bourgeois circles of Europe after the Great War, can anything save the modern man? Harry Haller, a solitary intellectual, has all his life feared his dual nature of being human and being a beast. He's decided to die on his 50th birthday, which is soon. He's rescued from his solipsism by the mysterious Hermine, who takes him dancing, introduces him to jazz and to the beautiful and whimsical Maria, and guides him into the hallucinations of the Magic Theater, which seem to take him into Hell. Can humour, sin, and derision lead to salvation?
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 18, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (25 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Produ Film GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steppenwolf about?
In the bourgeois circles of Europe after the Great War, can anything save the modern man? Harry Haller, a solitary intellectual, has all his life feared his dual nature of being human and being a b...
Who directed Steppenwolf?
Steppenwolf was directed by Fred Haines.
How long is Steppenwolf?
Steppenwolf has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was Steppenwolf released?
Steppenwolf was released on December 18, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Steppenwolf?
The main cast of Steppenwolf includes Max von Sydow, Dominique Sanda, Pierre Clémenti, Carla Romanelli, Roy Bosier.