One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years (2008)

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The early films of Wim Wenders are now regarded as landmarks of European film. Alice in the Cities, Wrong Move and Kings of the Road became foundations of the German New Wave and cemented the reputation of their director. In One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years Marcel Wehn explores the background to these films. Through personal recollection and rare home movie footage, it documents the director's early life, from experiments with his first camera, via his deviation from a career in medicine in favour of art and film, through to international recognition for the Road Trilogy. Central to these were themes that became cornerstones of all his work: national identity, the importance of personal relationships and the allure of the road. With contributions from the director and the many collaborators who helped define his vision, One Who Set Forth is a compelling account of Wim Wenders' life and work.

Director: Marcel Wehn
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 96 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Can Erdogan
Cinematography: Sarah Rotter
Editing: Dorothee Broeckelmann
Production: INDI FILM, Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg, SWR
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Marcel Wehn
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years about?
The early films of Wim Wenders are now regarded as landmarks of European film. Alice in the Cities, Wrong Move and Kings of the Road became foundations of the German New Wave and cemented the reputation of their director. In One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years Marcel Wehn explores the background to these films. Through personal recollection and rare home movie footage, it documents the director's early life, from experiments with his first camera, via his deviation from a career in medicine in favour of art and film, through to international recognition for the Road Trilogy. Central to these were themes that became cornerstones of all his work: national identity, the importance of personal relationships and the allure of the road. With contributions from the director and the many collaborators who helped define his vision, One Who Set Forth is a compelling account of Wim Wenders' life and work.
Who directed One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years?
One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years was directed by Marcel Wehn.
Who stars in One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years?
One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years stars Wim Wenders, Donata Wenders, Edda Köchl, Bruno Ganz, Lisa Kreuzer, Heinz Badewitz.
How long is One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years?
One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
What genre is One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years?
One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years is a Documentary film.
Where was One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years produced?
One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years was produced in Germany.