Overview

The film addresses the failure of the individual in anonymous urban society. The film begins as men attempt to break out of their anonymity and reveal themselves. In doing so, they encounter social rules that are not suited to them. The film asks how men can survive in a chaotic city by remaining silent.

Cast

Klaus Löwitsch, Margarethe von Trotta, Dieter Laser, Ruth-Maria Kubitschek, Georg Marischka, Kai Fischer, Eva Mattes, Eva Maria Bauer

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What is "Desaster" about?

The film addresses the failure of the individual in anonymous urban society. The film begins as men attempt to break out of their anonymity and reveal themselves. In doing so, they encounter social rules that are not suited to them. The film asks how men can survive in a chaotic city by remaining silent.

When was "Desaster" released?

Desaster was released in 1973.

Who stars in "Desaster"?

The cast includes Klaus Löwitsch, Margarethe von Trotta, Dieter Laser, Ruth-Maria Kubitschek.