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Theodor Hierneis oder Wie man ehem. Hofkoch wird
8.0 / 10• 1973• 1h 24m•NR• German
History
Storyline
The film consists of a monologue performed by Walter Sedlmayr, who plays Theodor Hierneis, the chef at the court of Ludwig II of Bavaria. The screenplay was written by Syberberg and Sedlmayr and is based on the memoirs of Hierneis.
Cast & Crew
Walter Sedlmayr
Theodor Hierneis
LeadWhat People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Hans-Jürgen Syberberg's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Theodor Hierneis oder Wie man ehem. Hofkoch wird is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
