Baal (2004)
Baal, a young artist whom society regards as a genius, does not want to be monopolized by the culture and business.
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by Uwe Janson, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.
The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring Matthias Schweighöfer, Pasquale Aleardi, Sheri Hagen, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.
The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.
Matthias Schweighöfer
as Baal
Pasquale Aleardi
as Ekart
Sheri Hagen
as Sophie
Bernhard Piesk
as Bernie
Hyun Wanner
as Andi
Volker Bruch
as Johannes
Rike Schmid
as Emilie
Anna Brüggemann
as Johanna
Mišel Matičević
as Piller
Felix von Manteuffel
as Beggar
Gitta Schweighöfer
as GougouCinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 90 min |
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