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Imperative (1982)

Imperativ (original title)
| Drama | 29 March 1985 (USA)
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Augustin is a 30-year-old university professor. He does not believe in religion. His only belief is in maths, to which he devotes all his time. Then suddenly a series of pressing existential questions start looming in his mind.

Director:

Krzysztof Zanussi

Writer:

Krzysztof Zanussi

Stars:

Robert Powell, Brigitte Fossey, Sigfrit Steiner | See full cast & crew »
4 wins & 1 nomination. See more awards »

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Cast

Cast overview:
Robert Powell ... Augustin
Brigitte Fossey ... Yvonne
Sigfrit Steiner ... Professor
Matthias Habich ... Theologist
Jan Biczycki Jan Biczycki ... Orthodox Priest
Zbigniew Zapasiewicz ... Psychiatrist
Eugeniusz Priwieziencew ... Madman
Christoph Eichhorn ... Student
Hans-Joerg Frey Hans-Joerg Frey ... Professor
Leslie Caron ... Mother
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Storyline

Augustin is a 30-year-old university professor. He does not believe in religion. His only belief is in maths, to which he devotes all his time. Then suddenly a series of pressing existential questions start looming in his mind.

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

West Germany

Language:

English | Russian | German

Release Date:

29 March 1985 (USA) See more »

Also Known As:

Imperative See more »

Company Credits

Production Co:

Saarländischer Rundfunk (SR), Telefilm Saar GmbH See more »
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Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

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