Jesus Christ Saviour (Jesus Christus Erlöser) 16 years old

Klaus Kinski has perhaps the most ferocious reputation of all screen actors: his volatility was documented to electrifying effect in Werner Herzog’s 1999 portrait My Best Fiend. This documentary provides further fascinating insight into the talent and the tantrums of the great man. Beset by hecklers, Kinski tries to deliver an epic monologue about the life of Christ (with whom he perhaps identifies a little too closely). The performance becomes a stand-off, as Kinski fights for control of the crowd and alters the words to bait his tormentors. Indispensable for Kinski fans, and a riveting introduction for newcomers, this is a unique document, which Variety called ‘a time capsule of societal ideals and personal demons.’

Credits

Jesus Christ Saviour Cast

Name Character
Klaus Kinski He was 81, 65 years old when he died as Himself

Jesus Christ Saviour Crew

Name Department
Peter Geyer as Director. He was 55 (now 71) years old Directing
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Jesus Christ Saviour (16 years)

  • Release day: Monday, February 11, 2008
  • Runtime: 84 minutes