The Swissmakers
Originally released in 1978. The Swissmakers is a comedy/romance film. directed by Rolf Lyssy.
Starring Emil Steinberger, Walo Lüönd, and Beatrice Kessler
Synopsis
This romantic drama follows two policemen whose job is to investigate the lives of foreigners who have applied for Swiss citizenship. Among the applicants they must screen are a French psychiatrist and his wife, and a ballet dancer. The married couple are quickly accepted, but the dancer's life offers some objections. However, since the younger policeman has fallen in love with her, there is a chance that she, too, will win Swiss citizenship.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 3, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (38 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Switzerland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Emil Steinberger
as Moritz Fischer
Walo Lüönd
as Max Bodmer
Beatrice Kessler
as Milena Vakulic
Wolfgang Stendar
as Dr. Helmut Starke
Hilde Ziegler
as Gertrud Starke
Claudio Caramaschi
as Franceso Grimolli
Silvia Jost
as Sandra Grimolli
Bill Ramsey
as William S. Tall
Ulrich Beck
as Language laboratory teacher
Bettina Lindtberg
as Martha Grosz
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- T&C Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Swissmakers about?
This romantic drama follows two policemen whose job is to investigate the lives of foreigners who have applied for Swiss citizenship. Among the applicants they must screen are a French psychiatrist...
Who directed The Swissmakers?
The Swissmakers was directed by Rolf Lyssy.
How long is The Swissmakers?
The Swissmakers has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was The Swissmakers released?
The Swissmakers was released on November 3, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Swissmakers?
The main cast of The Swissmakers includes Emil Steinberger, Walo Lüönd, Beatrice Kessler, Wolfgang Stendar, Hilde Ziegler.