“In Germany they call me "Komü", the Kongomüller”
After numerous military operations, Major Müller can't find a way back into civilian life. Following his urge to communicate, the Major is looking for listeners and encouragement. He doesn't find either. Instead, the repeated monological memory of his own heroic deeds determines his present – with all the consequences. This 30-minute short film is based on the statements made by the mercenary Siegfried Müller in the documentary “The Laughing Man” (Walter Heynowski and Gerhard Scheumann, DEFA studio for newsreels and documentaries, 1966), as well as records from the German colonial period in Africa. An intensive contribution to the necessary public debate about the consequences of military operations.
Where to watch
Not streaming anywhere
Not on any streaming service in United States, and not available to rent.
Your rating
Your review
Cast
4 people
Olaf Rauschenbach Director · Fabian F.W. Exter Director
First release October 22, 2013 · Produced in Germany · Production Digital Cinema Mastering
Production
Übermut tut gut!
Production
Digital Cinema Mastering
Production
Germany
Produced in
Languages
Original language
German
Spoken on screen
German
Release dates
Germany · October 22, 2013
Premiere · Hofer Filmtage
No release date listed for United States.