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Iceman

Original title: Der Mann aus dem Eis
  • 20172017
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  • 1h 36m
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Iceman (2017)
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The Ötztal Alps, more than 5300 years ago. A Neolithic clan has settled near a creek. It is their leader Kelab's responsibility to be the keeper of the group's holy shrine Tineka. While Kela... Read allThe Ötztal Alps, more than 5300 years ago. A Neolithic clan has settled near a creek. It is their leader Kelab's responsibility to be the keeper of the group's holy shrine Tineka. While Kelab is hunting, the settlement is attacked.The Ötztal Alps, more than 5300 years ago. A Neolithic clan has settled near a creek. It is their leader Kelab's responsibility to be the keeper of the group's holy shrine Tineka. While Kelab is hunting, the settlement is attacked.
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    • Felix Randau
    • Felix Randau
  • Stars
    • Jürgen Vogel
    • André Hennicke
    • Susanne Wuest
    • Felix Randau
    • Felix Randau
  • Stars
    • Jürgen Vogel
    • André Hennicke
    • Susanne Wuest
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    • 35User reviews
    • 48Critic reviews
    • 52Metascore
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    Jürgen Vogel in Iceman (2017)
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    Luis Lanthaler, Lea Sophie Scheidler, and Anna F. in Iceman (2017)
    Martin Augustin Schneider in Iceman (2017)
    Jürgen Vogel and Susanne Wuest in Iceman (2017)
    Jürgen Vogel in Iceman (2017)
    Jürgen Vogel in Iceman (2017)
    Jürgen Vogel in Iceman (2017)
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    Jürgen Vogel
    Jürgen Vogel
    • Kelab
    André Hennicke
    André Hennicke
    • Krant
    Susanne Wuest
    Susanne Wuest
    • Kisis
    Sabin Tambrea
    Sabin Tambrea
    • Tasar
    Martin Augustin Schneider
    • Gosar
    Violetta Schurawlow
    Violetta Schurawlow
    • Mitar
    Anna F.
    • Kulan
    • (as Anna Wappel)
    Axel Stein
    Axel Stein
    • Gris
    Paula Renzler
    • Rasop
    Franco Nero
    Franco Nero
    • Ditob
    Ann-Birgit Höller
    • Alte Frau
    Konrad Hochgruber
    • Toran
    Nora Pider
    • Junge Mutter
    Theresa Ganner
    • Krosas Tochter
    Raphael Rödel
    • Torans Sohn 2
    Paul Raffainer
    • Torans Sohn 1
    Franz Josef Hofer
    • Krosa
    Georg Aicher
    • Alter Mann
      • Felix Randau
      • Felix Randau
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    • Trivia
      Blood from four different people was actually found on the real-life Ötzis' belongings, supporting the idea that he led a sometimes violent life.
    • Goofs
      In the film the Berkshire pig is discernible. This is a British breed (a rare breed) of pig originating in the early 19th century, thus, it could not have been there in the Alps more than 5000 years ago.
    • Connections
      Edited into heute-show: Episode #11.31 (2019)

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    7/10
    stunning environment
    Greetings again from the darkness. Some writers struggle with how to end their story. In this case, writer-director Felix Randau had his ending served up in newspaper headlines almost 30 years ago, and his challenge was to come up with an interesting beginning and middle (as well as meaning for the ending). In 1991, at almost 10,000 feet above sea level, a body was discovered. Originally thought to be a missing hiker, it was determined instead to be a 5300 year old Neolithic man. Thanks to the ice, he was well-preserved along with his clothes, tools, and supplies.

    Nicknamed Otzi the Iceman since he was found in the Otztal Alps (Italy), some basic information could be derived about his existence and death. Filmmaker Randau then created a fictional account of his final days, speculating on and imagining the life he led. German actor Jurge Vogel stars as Kelab (Otzi the Iceman), and we get our first glimpse of native Neolithic life in the community of his clan. The mother of his child dies giving birth, and we see Kelab display a magical box used as a shrine of worship to pay respect. The contents of the box are not revealed until near the end of the film.

    While Kelab is out hunting for food, the village is violently attacked. The invasion kills most of the inhabitants and destroys their homes and supplies. Kelab takes the surviving infant child with him as he sets off to seek revenge. As he tracks those who attacked, we see him balance his incredibly strong survival instincts with his emotional need for revenge. Another community led by the legendary Franco Nero offers Kelab a place to rest and a safe haven for the infant child that couldn't possibly make the trek that lies ahead for his father. The scenery is breathtaking and environment treacherous.

    Very little dialogue is spoken, and what there is must be interpreted by the situation. The filmmakers and researchers decided on an early form of Rhaetian for the film, so unless you are a world renowned linguist, you'll likely have to join the bulk of viewers in interpreting meaning. Mr. Vogel is quite believable in his performance ... at times we forget he's an actor rather than the Neolithic man he's portraying.

    The costumes and makeup are excellent and realistic, while the setting, scenery and environment (nature) are the true co-star. We feel the cold and grasp the harsh conditions. This was a violent life ... typically out of necessity, yet sometimes out of emotion. QUEST FOR FIRE (not CAVEMAN) and the brutal elements of THE REVENANT (without the bear) are recalled; however, Mr. Randau's dramatized account of Kelab's last days in pursuit of vengeance are a perfect fit for this coldest of all cold cases. Otzi the Iceman's preserved mummy can be viewed at the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology in Bolzano, Italy.
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    • The language listed in the details here specify Rhaetian, but does it also have english subtitles for certain spots or...?? Movie looks good just not sure on the speaking.

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    • Release date
      • March 15, 2019 (United States)
      • Germany
      • Italy
      • Austria
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      • Rhaetian
    • Also known as
      • Alto Adige/Südtirol, Italy
    • Production companies
      • Port au Prince Film & Kultur Produktion
      • Echo Films
      • Lucky Bird Pictures
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    • 1 hour 36 minutes
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