The Death of Empedocles (1987) presents a cinematic adaptation of Friedrich Hölderlin's unfinished dramatic work, focusing on the final days of the renowned Greek philosopher and poet, Empedocles. The narrative unfolds in the picturesque landscapes of rural Sicily, where the characters are juxtaposed against the vibrant natural backdrop. The film is characterized by its static camerawork, which serves to highlight the aesthetic and poetic qualities of Hölderlin's writing. The directors, Straub and Huillet, delve into the interplay between the natural and the staged, creating a unique cinematic experience that blends the beauty of the setting with the profound themes of the play.
The Death of Empedocles (1987)
1987 · Movie · 132 min. · Germany - West Germany (FRG)
Credits
Direction Danièle Huillet · Jean-Marie Straub
Cast Andreas von Rauch · Vladimir Baratta · Martina Baratta · Ute Cremer · Howard Vernon · William Berger · Federico Hecker · Peter Boom · Giorgio Baratta · Manfred Esser · Georg Bintrup · Achille Brunini · Peter Kammerer
Screenplay Danièle Huillet · Jean-Marie Straub · Dietrich E. Sattler · Friedrich Hölderlin
Cinematography Renato Berta · Jean-Paul Toraille · Giovanni Canfarelli Modica
Technical sheet
Title The Death of Empedocles
Original title Der Tod des Empedokles oder Wenn dann der Erde Grün von neuem Euch erglänzt
Year 1987
Type Movie
Length 132 min.
Country Germany - West Germany (FRG)
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