
Taxi to the Toilets
Seen it?1981 | 95 min | Romance, Drama, Comedy
Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With soft box office and little lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Leaving Las Vegas, start here.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 35 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in German, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
Frank, a dedicated schoolteacher, embraces the sexual freedoms of the city’s underground scene—navigating a double life in public restrooms, cinemas, and cruising spots. When he meets Bernd, a sweet and steady museum worker, he finds himself torn between the comfort of domestic partnership and the allure of anonymous desire.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsWeak
1 win and 0 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 13K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Frank Ripploh
- Frank RipplohFrank Ripploh
- Bernd BroaderupBernd
- Orpha Termin Neighbour
- Peter FahrniGas station attendant
- Dieter GöddeMasseur
- Klaus SchneeTeacher
- Bernd KrögerTeacher
- Markus VoigtländerTeacher
- Irmgard LademacherTeacher
- Gregor BeckerTeacher