the Detour
"...or how I learned to love Thomas Bernhard"
Originally released in 2000. the Detour is a drama/romance film. directed by Frouke Fokkema.
Starring Tamar van den Dop, Joachim Bißmeier, and Thom Hoffman
Synopsis
The Detour is about a young woman travelling through Europe in search of herself and the truth of life. It is based on meetings between goatherd Joanna and Austrian author and playwright Thomas Bernhard. Joanna is lost after her boyfriend dumps her at a Women's Relief Centre in Rotterdam. She works in a library and visits the theatre, where she first sees a play by Thomas Bernhard. Bernhard's philosophy permeates Joanna's thoughts. When Camille invites her to visit the French Pyrenees, she accepts. On the way, she decides to visit Bernhard in Austria. She attempts to start a relationship with him and thereby finds herself.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Lotus-Film
- Lichtspiel Filmproduktion
- Sigma Film Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Detour about?
The Detour is about a young woman travelling through Europe in search of herself and the truth of life. It is based on meetings between goatherd Joanna and Austrian author and playwright Thomas Ber...
Who directed the Detour?
the Detour was directed by Frouke Fokkema.
How long is the Detour?
the Detour has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was the Detour released?
the Detour was released on January 1, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in the Detour?
The main cast of the Detour includes Tamar van den Dop, Joachim Bißmeier, Thom Hoffman, Therese Affolter, Inge Rosenberg.