Film
Helene Weigel - Revolutionärin im Rampenlicht
Documentary · 1h 42m · in cinemas since 8 November
Where to see it
8 screenings in 4 cities
4 screenings in Leipzig
Passage Kinos Leipzig
About
A documentary about Helene Weigel, the communist, acting icon and free spirit, narrated by August Diehl and voiced by Birgit Minichmayr.
Helene Weigel – Revolutionärin im Rampenlicht is a German documentary directed by Maria Wischnewski. It centres on Helene Weigel, presented in the sources as a committed communist, an icon of acting and a free spirit. Using archive material, the film follows her early years in the theatre and her work with the Berliner Ensemble. August Diehl narrates, and Birgit Minichmayr provides the voice of Helene Weigel. Katharina Thalbach is also named in the cast. The film turns the spotlight on Weigel, often referred to as the woman at Brecht's side.
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Cast and crew
August Diehlas Self - Narrator
Birgit Minichmayras Voice Helene Weigel
Katharina Thalbach
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- Director
- Maria Wischnewski
- Countries
- Germany
- Studios
- KOBERSTEIN FILM GmbH, Navigator Film
Good to know
- Running time
- 1 hour 42 minutes
- Language
- German
- In German cinemas
- Since 8 November 2026
Questions
How long is Helene Weigel - Revolutionärin im Rampenlicht?
1 hour 42 minutes. Most cinemas add 15 to 20 minutes of adverts and trailers first, so plan for about 2 hours 2 minutes.
Where can I see Helene Weigel - Revolutionärin im Rampenlicht?
There are 8 screenings at 6 cinemas in 4 cities, most in Leipzig (4), Dresden (2) and Köln (1). Pick your city above for the times.
What language is Helene Weigel - Revolutionärin im Rampenlicht in?
Helene Weigel - Revolutionärin im Rampenlicht is in German. A foreign-language film normally plays dubbed into German; many cinemas also show it in the original version (OV, OmU or OmeU).
Who is in Helene Weigel - Revolutionärin im Rampenlicht?
August Diehl plays Self - Narrator, with Birgit Minichmayr and Katharina Thalbach.
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