Spring Awakening
Seen it?2009 | 95 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It's still drawing plenty of interest, though it had soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- One for anyone who loves a strong drama. Best on a quiet night when you're in the mood to feel something.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Character-first and patient, at 1 hr 35 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in German, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.
Young adults growing up in an oppressed society, finding ways to fight back and discovering as individuals who they truly are.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
Generally positive reviews
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 390K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Nuran Calis
- Wilson Gonzalez OchsenknechtMelchior
- Constanze WächterWendla
- Leon PfannenmüllerMoritz Stiefel
- Justus von DohnányiHerr Stiefel
- Judith RosmairFrau Bergmann
- Amelie Plaas-LinkMartha
- Geraldine LaprellIlse
- Leo van KannHans
- Kais SettiOtto
- Benjamin WesenerGigi