Direction: Ulrich Seidl

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Margarete Tiesel · Inge Maux · Peter Kazungu · Gabriel Mwarua

Synopsis Paradise: Love (2012) explores the complex dynamics between European women and African men on the beaches of Kenya, where these women, often referred to as "sugar mamas," seek out young men who sell their affection for a living. The story...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Gerald Eichinger · Eva Hoffman · Manuel Heichinger · Tina Hoffman

Synopsis Safari (2016) delves into the untamed landscapes of Africa, where vast herds of bushbucks, impalas, zebras, gnus, and other wildlife roam freely. This documentary captures the experiences of German and Austrian hunting tourists who traverse the bush, set up ambushes,...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Synopsis Animal Love (1996) explores the unique bond between humans and animals in densely populated urban areas, where technological advancements have paradoxically led to increased feelings of isolation. Disillusioned by human interactions, individuals find solace and companionship in dogs and other...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Georg Friedrich · Hans-Michael Rehberg · Marius Ignat

Synopsis Sparta (2022) follows Ewald, a man in his 40s who relocated to Romania years ago and is now seeking a new beginning. He leaves his girlfriend behind and settles in a remote rural area. There, he joins forces with local...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Michael Thomas · Tessa Göttlicher · Hans-Michael Rehberg · Inge Maux

Synopsis Rimini (2022) follows Richie Bravo, a former pop star who returns to his childhood home in Lower Austria after the passing of his mother. Surrounded by nostalgic reminders of his youth, including posters of Charlton Heston and Winnetou, Richie and...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Maria Hofstätter · Erich Finsches · Alfred Mrvas · Gerti Lehner

Synopsis Dog Days (2001) unfolds in the sweltering summer heat of a Vienna suburb, where a diverse cast of characters navigate their intertwined lives. A teacher entangled with a shady pimp, a persistent hitchhiker, a private investigator evading car vandals, a...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Alfreda Klebinger · Manfred Ellinger · Inge Ellinger · Josef Ochs

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Viviane Bartsch · Tanja Petrovsky · Lisa Grossmann · Elvyra Geyer

Synopsis Models (1999) presents a candid and unsettling depiction of a cluster of ambitious real-life models from Vienna, as captured by renowned documentarian Ulrich Seidl. Vivian is relentless in her pursuit of becoming a magazine cover star, while Lisa indulges in...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Maria Hofstätter · Nabil Saleh · Natalija Baranova · Rene Rupnik

Synopsis Paradise: Faith (2012) delves into the profound meaning of devotion and sacrifice. Annamaria, an X-ray technician, finds her paradise in her unwavering faith in Jesus. She dedicates her vacation to spreading her beliefs, aiming to guide Austria back to a...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Ekateryna Rak · Paul Hofmann · Michael Thomas · Maria Hofstätter

Synopsis Import/Export (2007) follows the intersecting paths of two individuals navigating life's challenges. Olga, a nurse from Ukraine, seeks a brighter future and ventures westward to Vienna, where she initially works as a cleaner and later transitions to a role in...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Melanie Lenz · Joseph Lorenz · Verena Lehbauer · Michael Thomas

Synopsis Paradise: Hope (2013) follows the story of Melanie, a 13-year-old girl who finds herself in a diet camp in the Austrian Alps while her mother seeks romantic adventures in Kenya and her aunt is deeply involved in religious proselytizing. Amidst...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Elfriede Ahmad · Waltraute Bartel · Hans-Jürgen Eder · Thomas Grandegger

Synopsis Jesus, You Know (2003) follows the personal journeys of six devout Catholics as they engage in intimate conversations and grapple with various challenges while in the presence of Jesus within different churches. The documentary offers a candid look into their...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Rene Rupnik

Synopsis The Bosom Friend (TV) (1997) follows the life of Rene Rupnik, a former mathematics educator who resides with his mother in a bleak apartment complex. At 40 years old, Rene has a peculiar fascination with women possessing large breasts, viewing...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Karl Wallner

Synopsis One Fourty (S) (1980) follows Karl Wallner, a man in his early 50s who ceased growing at the age of 14, resulting in a height of approximately 1 meter 40 cm (4 feet 7 inches). The documentary provides an intimate...

Direction Hala Abdallah · Karim Aïnouz · John Akomfrah · Catherine Breillat

Cast Bernardo Bertolucci · Tygh Runyan · Shannyn Sossamon · Michele Placido

Synopsis Venice 70: Future Reloaded (2013) is a compilation of 70 brief cinematic explorations that delve into the art of filmmaking and its anticipated evolution. This documentary offers a diverse array of perspectives on the past, present, and future of cinema,...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Synopsis Good News: Newspaper Salesmen, Dead Dogs and Other People from Wienna (1990) delves into the daily existence of street newspaper vendors in Vienna, a diverse group hailing from Turkey, India, Pakistan, Egypt, and Eastern Europe. The film, directed by Ulrich...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Karl Schwingenschloegl · Hermann Schneeweisz · Teresita Schneeweisz · Conchita Klausner

Synopsis The Last Real Men (1994) explores the phenomenon of Austrian men seeking partners from Thailand and the Philippines due to dissatisfaction with local relationships and societal expectations. The documentary delves into the perspectives of these men, who often praise their...

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Paul Hutterová · Vladimir Kundrát · Rusena Machaloyá · Alois Paur

Synopsis Loss Is to Be Expected (1992) follows the journey of a retired Austrian man in his sixties who has recently lost his wife and is seeking companionship across the Austrian-Czech border. Overwhelmed by loneliness, he is determined to find someone...

Direction Barbara Albert · Michael Glawogger · Ulrich Seidl · Michael Sturminger

Cast Johann Leeb · Friedrich Schmeiser · Getrud Schmeiser

Direction Ulrich Seidl

Cast Erich Finsches · Marie Kern · M.C. Kreindl · Hubert Fabian Kulterer