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the Detour

"...or how I learned to love Thomas Bernhard"

January 1, 2000 1h 38m

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

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Release Date January 1, 2000 26 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
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Language German Original language
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Country Netherlands + 2 more

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.