Storyline
Emmi Kurowski, a cleaning lady, is lonely in her old age. Her husband died years ago, and her grown children offer little companionship. One night she goes to a bar frequented by Arab immigrants and strikes up a friendship with middle-aged mechanic Ali. Their relationship soon develops into something more, and Emmi's family and neighbors criticize their spontaneous marriage. Soon Emmi and Ali are forced to confront their own insecurities about their future.
Cast & Crew
Brigitte Mira
Emmi Kurowski
Lead
El Hedi ben Salem
Ali
Irm Hermann
Krista
Barbara Valentin
Barbara
Elma Karlowa
Mrs. Kargus
AB
Anita Bucher
Mrs. Ellis
Gusti Kreissl
Paula
Doris Mattes
Mrs. Angermayer
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Rainer Werner Fassbinder's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Ali: Fear Eats the Soul is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
