Die Lage
Feb 15, 2012 · 1h 14m
Director
Thomas HeiseOverview
Thomas Heise’s film reframes Pope Benedict XVI’s September 2011 visit to Erfurt not as a triumphal “Pope-mania” spectacle but as a meticulously orchestrated state ritual. In austere black-and-white, the omnipresent pontiff yields to police, snipers, security guards and a nervous premier, all in rigid protocol amidst Thuringia’s Catholic enclave. Under the cathedral’s slogan, “We are all together in our beliefs,” Heise quietly asks whether such choreographed faith still holds meaning.
Cast of Die Lage
Crew of Die Lage
About Die Lage
What is Die Lage about?
Thomas Heise’s film reframes Pope Benedict XVI’s September 2011 visit to Erfurt not as a triumphal “Pope-mania” spectacle but as a meticulously orchestrated state ritual. In austere black-and-white, the omnipresent pontiff yields to police, snipers, security guards and a nervous premier, all in rigid protocol amidst Thuringia’s Catholic enclave. Under the cathedral’s slogan, “We are all together…
When was Die Lage released?
Die Lage was released on February 15, 2012.
How long is Die Lage?
Die Lage runs 1 hour 14 minutes (74 minutes).
Who directed Die Lage?
Die Lage was directed by Thomas Heise.
Who is in the cast of Die Lage?
The cast of Die Lage includes Benedict XVI (Himself).