What is The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser?
The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Drama, History.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1974
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 109 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 1, 1974
- Studios
- ZDF, Werner Herzog Filmproduktion
- Genres
- Drama, History
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Overview
The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by ZDF, Werner Herzog Filmproduktion. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A man emerges from a lifetime of isolation to confront the world.”
- Deeply atmospheric storytelling
- Strong thematic focus on isolation
- Deliberately slow pacing
- Minimal dialogue may challenge some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate slow‑burn historical dramas exploring human loneliness.
The film’s tone is serious and somber, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the basic premise of the film?
It follows Kaspar Hauser, who spent his first seventeen years chained in a cellar with only a toy horse and a solitary caretaker.
When was the film released?
It was released on 11 January 1974 in Germany.
What genre does the film belong to?
The film is classified as drama and history.
How long is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes.
Who is the central character?
The central character is Kaspar Hauser, a man emerging from prolonged isolation.
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