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Vom Suchen und Finden der Liebe

  • 2005
  • 1h 47m
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
1.2K
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Vom Suchen und Finden der Liebe (2005)
ComedyDramaFantasyMusicRomance

A comedy that proves everlasting love is a myth.A comedy that proves everlasting love is a myth.A comedy that proves everlasting love is a myth.

  • Director
    • Helmut Dietl
  • Writers
    • Helmut Dietl
    • Patrick Süskind
  • Stars
    • Moritz Bleibtreu
    • Alexandra Maria Lara
    • Uwe Ochsenknecht
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.7/10
    1.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Helmut Dietl
    • Writers
      • Helmut Dietl
      • Patrick Süskind
    • Stars
      • Moritz Bleibtreu
      • Alexandra Maria Lara
      • Uwe Ochsenknecht
    • 15User reviews
    • 8Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 1 nomination total

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    Moritz Bleibtreu
    Moritz Bleibtreu
    • Mimi Nachtigal
    Alexandra Maria Lara
    Alexandra Maria Lara
    • Venus Morgenstern
    Uwe Ochsenknecht
    Uwe Ochsenknecht
    • Theo Stokowski
    Anke Engelke
    Anke Engelke
    • Helena Stokowski
    Heino Ferch
    Heino Ferch
    • Hermes - Aphrodite
    Justus von Dohnányi
    Justus von Dohnányi
    • Harry
    • (as Justus von Dohnànyi)
    Marily Milia
    • Kalypso
    Richard Beek
    • Charon
    Christoph Maria Herbst
    Christoph Maria Herbst
    • Robby Gediner
    Harald Schmidt
    Harald Schmidt
    • Psychotherapeut
    Henry Bissinger
    Claudine Biswas-MacKenzie
    • Studentin
    • (as Claudine Biswas)
    Lili Collins
      Sebastian Fuhrmann
      • Kellner
      Fred Hady
      • Journalist
      Michael Heukrodt
      • Fotograf
      Jasper Joseph
      • Klaus Brenninger
      Dorothea Klinger
      • Konzertbesucherin
      • Director
        • Helmut Dietl
      • Writers
        • Helmut Dietl
        • Patrick Süskind
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      User reviews15

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      1bbock-2

      sorry, it's awful

      Sorry to say, but this movie was the worst I have seen for quite a while! The theme itself is - no doubt- beautiful: love, able to cross the borders of death: When Mimi kills himself after the end of his love-relationship with Venus, she follows him to the Underworld to bring him back.... but everything in the film seems so exaggerated that it is hard to decide, whether this is all meant serious or it is supposed to be a satire on the main motives of love in myth and literature! And if so, it's not convincing. My personal advise: Don't invest in a ticket for this film, but go and buy yourself a copy of the classical composition from E. Gluck, that is part of the soundtrack. Much more beauty in this one.
      9turinedeth

      I loved it

      I saw this film when I was in Frankfurt. I had seen trailers for it, but I had no real idea what it was going to be about. The film sometimes seem to move too quickly or too slowly, but it tells the story it sets out to tell, and does so really well. It is a strange film, in the way that German films can be strange (I mean this as no bad thing, Goodbye Lenin, or more appropriately Run, Lola, Run.).

      There are many recurring ideas and images in the film, which is something I alway appreciate. Despite the difficulties I had understanding the language, I understood the story, many of the jokes, and the characters' relationships to each other.

      The music, the setting, the mythology used and the "twist at the end" (I didn't see it coming because I am not particularly familiar with the myths used) left me breathless. I also walked back into see it again. (But I had neither the time nor the money.)
      8Ladykracher

      Excellent Film

      The brilliance of this film is on several levels. The visual effects and the direction of Helmut Dietl perfectly compliment the writing (script by Dietl and Patrick Süßkind) and the superb cast. In addition the all the visual appeal, the music is not to be missed.

      This is a film that you will either love or hate, that's what it comes down to. I think that if you enjoyed Eternal Sunshine (Vergiss mein nicht) you will enjoy Liebe. There is a balance of raw emotion coupled with the humour that is always missing from straight up dramas.

      The problem people seem to have with this film is the distinction between whether we are supposed to think that Dietl is making a joke or if he is serious about the possible existence of eternal love, die einzige große Liebe I'm Leben. I believe that Deitl wants to show us that it's possible, but that humans inevitably screw it up.
      9WestMike

      Truly beautiful

      Watching a film by Helmut Dietl you expect the usual posse of sometimes hysteric and strange people. You get this here - but intelligently woven into a true romance drama of love, life and death and their relationship. One of his best works was the TV series of "Monaco Franze" in the late 70ies, here he succeeds again in showing REAL feeling. Additionally it is sheer unbelievable how strong Dietl can lead his actors into impersonating their roles - wonderful and worth an academy award.

      If you're into Greek mythology, German films or true love and its remainder - go see it. Don't forget your handkerchief by the way...
      9pudli

      thumbs up for a German cinema!

      honestly i don't think, that this movie wants to prove that everlasting love is a myth. i have seen it few hours ago, and i found it really, really good. actually its a very good romantic piece. it balances itself very smart between a comedy and a drama. to recognize some actors/actresses its recommended for you to know some famous German TV-celebrity of todays, but also very enjoyable even without this knowledge. some visual effects are very well done, especially at the end. This movie is not flat. not at all! Be prepared for some very deep thoughts about meaning of life, meaning of love, spiced up with humor and sometimes with very surrealistic scenes. worth watching, its a not-common piece with very good acting, and with a beautiful music. Alexandra's voice is amazing. 9/10

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      • Quotes

        Mimi Nachtigal: I like the way you hold your fork. It's so... gripping.

        Venus Morgenstern: And I like the cast on your leg. It's so... damaged.

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      Details

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      • Release date
        • January 27, 2005 (Germany)
      • Country of origin
        • Germany
      • Official site
        • Official site (Germany)
      • Languages
        • German
        • Greek
      • Also known as
        • About the Looking for and the Finding of Love
      • Filming locations
        • Berlin, Germany
      • Production companies
        • Constantin Film
        • Diana-Film
        • Fanes Film
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      • Gross worldwide
        • $4,795,134
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      • Runtime
        • 1h 47m(107 min)
      • Color
        • Color
      • Aspect ratio
        • 2.35 : 1

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