The Call of The Toad
– A Polish woman and a German man fall in love against the odds and decide to set up a cemetery for ex..
A Polish woman and a German man fall in love against the odds and decide to set up a cemetery for exiles. But can their daring venture survive the call of the toad? Adapted from Gunter Grass’ novel.
Story Timeline:
Release Date:
22 Sep 2005
Language:
German, Polish, English
Director:
Robert Glinski
Writer:
Günter Grass (novel), Cezary Harasimowicz, Pawel Huelle, Klaus Richter
Main Actors:
Krystyna Janda, Matthias Habich, Dorothea Walda, Bhasker Patel
Plot:
In a new political situation of 1989, just as communism crumbles and the Berlin Wall collapses, a middle-aged Polish woman and German man need to face their memories, feelings and stereotypes while meeting in Gdansk.
Awards:
5 nominations.
Ratings: