Movie

Brother of Sleep

★ 6.7(35)19952h 7m

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Good to know

Director: Joseph Vilsmaier
Release date: 1995-09-08
Runtime: 2h 7m
Language: German
Box office: $97,848
Status: Released
Country: Austria
Studio: Dor Film

About Brother of Sleep

Brother of Sleep is a 1995 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Joseph Vilsmaier, starring André Eisermann, Dana Vávrová and Ben Becker. It has a runtime of 2 hours 7 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 35 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Brother of Sleep in Switzerland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In the beginning of the 19th century, Johannes Elias Alder is born in a small village in the Austrian mountains. While growing up he is considered strange by the other villagers and discovers his love of music, especially rebuilding and playing the organ at the village church. After experiencing an "acoustic wonder", his eye color changes and he can hear even the most subtle sounds.

Cast

André Eisermann

Elias

Dana Vávrová

Elsbeth

Ben Becker

Peter

Jochen Nickel

Köhler Michel

Jürgen Schornagel

Curate Benzer

Paulus Manker

Oskar

Michaela Rosen

Seffin

Peter Franke

Seff

Detlef Bothe

Lukas

Michael Mendl

Nulf

Eva Mattes

Nulfin

Angelika Bartsch

Burga

Themes & keywords

dying and deathsuicidenew lovelovesicknessjealousysibling relationshipvillage lifepregnancyvillagegeniusmountain villagevorarlbergaustriaorgandown syndrome

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Brother of Sleep in Switzerland?+

Brother of Sleep is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Switzerland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Brother of Sleep on Netflix?+

Brother of Sleep is not on Netflix in Switzerland right now.

How long is Brother of Sleep?+

Brother of Sleep has a runtime of 2 hours 7 minutes (127 minutes).

Who stars in Brother of Sleep?+

Brother of Sleep stars André Eisermann, Dana Vávrová, Ben Becker, Jochen Nickel and Jürgen Schornagel.

When did Brother of Sleep come out?+

Brother of Sleep is a 1995 movie directed by Joseph Vilsmaier.

What genre is Brother of Sleep?+

Brother of Sleep is Drama film.

Who directed Brother of Sleep?+

Brother of Sleep was directed by Joseph Vilsmaier.