Brother of Sleep (1995)
In the beginning of the 19th century, Johannes Elias Alder is born in a small village in the Austrian mountains. While growing up he is considered strange by the other villagers and discovers his love of music, especially rebuilding and playing the organ at the village church. After experiencing an "acoustic wonder", his eye color changes and he can hear even the most subtle sounds.
Director: Joseph Vilsmaier
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 127 min
Release Date: September 8, 1995
Cast
- André Eisermann - Elias
- Dana Vávrová - Elsbeth
- Ben Becker - Peter
- Jochen Nickel - Köhler Michel
- Jürgen Schornagel - Curate Benzer
- Paulus Manker - Oskar
- Michaela Rosen - Seffin
- Peter Franke - Seff
- Detlef Bothe - Lukas
- Michael Mendl - Nulf
Screenplay
Cinematography: Joseph Vilsmaier
Editing: Alexander Berner
Production: Dor Film, Kuchenreuther Filmproduktion GmbH, Perathon Film-und Fernsehproduktions, Iduna Film Produktiongesellschaft, B. A. Filmproduktion
Country: Austria, Germany
Language: Deutsch
Box Office: $97,848
Original Language: de
Themes
Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Rural Life and the Power of Tradition, Reflections on Life and Death, Faith, Religion and Spirituality
Keywords
dying and death, suicide, new love, lovesickness, jealousy, sibling relationship, village life, pregnancy, village, genius, mountain village, vorarlberg, austria, organ, down syndrome
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Brother of Sleep about?
- In the beginning of the 19th century, Johannes Elias Alder is born in a small village in the Austrian mountains. While growing up he is considered strange by the other villagers and discovers his love of music, especially rebuilding and playing the organ at the village church. After experiencing an "acoustic wonder", his eye color changes and he can hear even the most subtle sounds.
- Who directed Brother of Sleep?
- Brother of Sleep was directed by Joseph Vilsmaier.
- Who stars in Brother of Sleep?
- Brother of Sleep stars André Eisermann, Dana Vávrová, Ben Becker, Jochen Nickel, Jürgen Schornagel, Paulus Manker.
- How long is Brother of Sleep?
- Brother of Sleep has a runtime of 2h 7m (127 minutes).
- What genre is Brother of Sleep?
- Brother of Sleep is a Drama film.
- How much did Brother of Sleep gross?
- Brother of Sleep grossed $97,848 worldwide.
- Where was Brother of Sleep produced?
- Brother of Sleep was produced in Austria, Germany.
- What are the themes of Brother of Sleep?
- The themes of Brother of Sleep include: Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Rural Life and the Power of Tradition, Reflections on Life and Death, Faith, Religion and Spirituality.