The Black Rider
Originally released in 1990. The Black Rider is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Robert Wilson. With a runtime of 2h 9m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jan Moritz Steffen, Heinz Vossbrink, and Susanne Eisenkolb
Synopsis
Inspired by the German folktale, Wilhelm, a file clerk, falls in love with a huntsman's daughter. In order to marry, Wilhelm must prove his worth as a hunter and gain her father's approval. Naive and desperate, he makes a deal with a devil named Pegleg.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 12, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
2h 9m
129 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jan Moritz Steffen
as Junger Kuno / Vogel / Irrenarzt / Skelett
Heinz Vossbrink
as Kuno, Erbförster
Susanne Eisenkolb
as Brautjungfer / Stelzfuß' Double
Jörg Holm
as Wilhelms Onkel / Herzog
Monika Tahal
as Zeuge / Vogel / Irrenarzt / Wilhelms Double / Skelett
Soňa Červená
as Vogel / Bote / Löffelweib
Dominique Horwitz
as Stelzfuß
Klaus Schreiber
as Robert, Jägerbursche / Mann auf dem Hirsch / Georg Schmid
Gerd Kunath
as Bertram, Förster
Angelika Thomas
as Anne, seine Frau
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- ORF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Black Rider about?
Inspired by the German folktale, Wilhelm, a file clerk, falls in love with a huntsman's daughter. In order to marry, Wilhelm must prove his worth as a hunter and gain her father's approval. Naive a...
Who directed The Black Rider?
The Black Rider was directed by Robert Wilson.
How long is The Black Rider?
The Black Rider has a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes (129 minutes total).
When was The Black Rider released?
The Black Rider was released on June 12, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Black Rider?
The main cast of The Black Rider includes Jan Moritz Steffen, Heinz Vossbrink, Susanne Eisenkolb, Jörg Holm, Monika Tahal.