Movie Description

Lifespan

(1975)

Overview

Cult icon Klaus Kinski features in this dark and intriguing existential thriller. He plays the mysterious "Swiss Man" - ruthless industrialist Nicolas Ulrich - who is obsessed with a search for the elixir of life. He tricks a young American scientist into joining him on his demonic quest. A quest that ends in suicide, death and madness. The story takes place in the atmospheric European city of Amsterdam. Its winding alleys and ancient canals trap the characters in a labyrinthine maze as they find themselves manipulated like figures on a giant chess board.

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Facts

Original TitleLifespan

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1975-09-05

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 17m

Production CompaniesWhitepal Productions

Genres

  • Drama
  • Thriller
  • Science Fiction
  • Mystery