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..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
5.70 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 38 Minutes
Release Year:
2005
Original Name:
Unkenrufe
The Call of the Toad (2005) - Also known as Unkenrufe

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.

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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:
Internet Movie Database:
5.7/10