What is The Sandman?
The Sandman is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Drama, History, TV Movie, Horror.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1983
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 71 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 1, 1983
- Genres
- Drama, History, TV Movie, Horror
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The Sandman is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Drama, History, TV Movie, Horror. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A student’s childhood nightmare resurfaces, blurring reality and madness.”
- Striking expressionist visuals
- Deep exploration of obsession and madness
- Atmospheric horror tone
- At only 71 minutes, the film is relatively brief
Watch it if you appreciate expressionist horror and psychological drama.
The unsettling imagery and themes of madness make it appropriate for mature audiences.
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What is the source material?
The film is based on the classic 19th‑century tale by German writer/composer E.T.A. Hoffmann.
Who is the main character?
The story follows a young student named Nathanael.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as drama, history, TV movie, and horror.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour 11 minutes.
When was the film released?
It premiered in 1983 in Germany.