---
title: "Colonia"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/colonia-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 318781
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 7.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Colonia (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/colonia-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Colonia is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by Majestic Filmproduktion, Rat Pack Filmproduktion, Iris Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A woman's search for her kidnapped boyfriend leads her into the deadly Colonia Dignidad sect."

### Why Watch
- Intense historical drama
- Strong central performance by Vicky Kriepsová
- Gripping portrayal of a notorious sect

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film’s bleak tone may be heavy for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense and disturbing themes, making it unsuitable for sensitive viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: tense, atmospheric, historical, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/colonia-2016#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Florian Gallenberger
- **Networks / Studios**: Majestic Filmproduktion, Rat Pack Filmproduktion, Iris Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Emma Watson** as *Lena*
- **Daniel Brühl** as *Daniel*
- **Michael Nyqvist** as *Paul Schäfer*
- **Richenda Carey** as *Gisela*
- **Vicky Krieps** as *Ursel*
- **Jeanne Werner** as *Doro*
- **Julian Ovenden** as *Roman*
- **August Zirner** as *German Ambassador*
- **Martin Wuttke** as *Niels Biedermann*
- **César Bordón** as *Manuel Contreras*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise of "Colonia"?
It follows a young woman's desperate search for her abducted boyfriend, which draws her into the notorious Colonia Dignidad sect.

### Q: When was "Colonia" released?
The film was released in the United States on April 15, 2016.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and history film.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.

### Q: Who plays the lead female role?
Actress Vicky Kriepsová portrays the character Ursel.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Colonia — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/318781)
- [Kolonie [Colonia] (2016): Zajímavosti | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/434288-kolonie/zajimavosti)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*