Chamisso’s Shadow

6.32016Documentary

A three-chapter 720-minute cinematic exploration inspired by historical explorers like Adelbert von Chamisso. The film intertwines past and present travel experiences, using readings and visual materials to explore themes of cultural knowledge loss and change, drawing parallels to Chamisso’s “Wondrous Story” of Schlemihl and his shadow.

Original titleChamissos Schatten

Release2016-02-12

Runtime720 min

StatusReleased

CountriesAustria, Germany, Switzerland

Original languageDE

SpokenEnglish, German, Russian

DirectorUlrike Ottinger

WritersUlrike Ottinger

Votes3

Popularity1

TMDB ID434210