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Der schwarze Kasten

Name: Der schwarze Kasten
Genre: Documentary, Drama
Released: 1992-06-11
Cast: Jochen Girke, Tamara Trampe, Jürgen Fuchs, Gabriele Girke, Paul Girke

1992 | 95 min | Documentary, Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With a box office flop and almost no 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: Right up the alley of anyone who likes learning something new and anyone who loves a strong drama. Expect to bring it up in conversation afterwards.
The mood: Eye-opening.
The pace: Moves through the story clearly, at 1 hr 35 min.
What might put you off: It's in German, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
Skip it if you want made-up drama tonight.

Interview with Jochen Girke, a retired East German Stasi agent, filmed March, 1990 to June, 1991. Questions explore his study of psychology for use as a filmmaker and trainer of interrogators and informers. Segments include conversations with his parents, teacher, former girlfriend and wife.

How it earned its rating

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AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by Johann Feindt, Tamara Trampe

Jochen GirkeSelf - Interviewee
Tamara TrampeSelf - Interviewer
Jürgen FuchsSelf
Gabriele GirkeSelf
Paul GirkeSelf