The Bicycle
Originally released in 1982. The Bicycle is a drama film. directed by Evelyn Schmidt. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Heidemarie Schneider, Roman Kaminski, and Heidrun Bartholomäus
Synopsis
Susanne is a young single mother who lives a somewhat "carefree" lifestyle. After quitting her job, she finds herself in trouble financially and attempts a minor insurance fraud to make ends meet. Despite its rare view of everyday socialism from a woman's perspective, East German officials were critical of this frank portrayal of a less-than-ideal socialist citizen and turned down all invitations for the film to be screened abroad.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 22, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
East Germany
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bicycle about?
Susanne is a young single mother who lives a somewhat "carefree" lifestyle. After quitting her job, she finds herself in trouble financially and attempts a minor insurance fraud to make ends meet. ...
Who directed The Bicycle?
The Bicycle was directed by Evelyn Schmidt.
How long is The Bicycle?
The Bicycle has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Bicycle released?
The Bicycle was released on July 22, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bicycle?
The main cast of The Bicycle includes Heidemarie Schneider, Roman Kaminski, Heidrun Bartholomäus, Hilmar Baumann, Gisela Bestehorn.