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Westend

February 2, 2001 1h 27m

Originally released in 2001. Westend is a comedy/crime film. directed by Kai-Maria Steinkühler. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Markus Mischkowski, Kai-Maria Steinkühler, and Rainer Knepperges

Synopsis

In a working-class suburb of Cologne, two unemployed friends, Mike and Alfred, spend their days drifting between beer stalls and failed job hunts. When their old pal Rasto resurfaces with a plan to revive a derelict kiosk, it looks like a chance to turn things around. But as Rasto’s shady ambitions come to light, Mike throws himself into the work while Alfred gets sidetracked by a supermarket cashier named Kati — and the kiosk dream begins to unravel.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 2, 2001 24 years ago
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Runtime 1h 27m 87 minutes total
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westend about?

In a working-class suburb of Cologne, two unemployed friends, Mike and Alfred, spend their days drifting between beer stalls and failed job hunts. When their old pal Rasto resurfaces with a plan to...

Who directed Westend?

Westend was directed by Kai-Maria Steinkühler.

How long is Westend?

Westend has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).

When was Westend released?

Westend was released on February 2, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Westend?

The main cast of Westend includes Markus Mischkowski, Kai-Maria Steinkühler, Rainer Knepperges, Bernhard Marsch.