Der Witz (1991)

R | 1 hr 47 min | Drama.

Wolfgang Madadeus' first film follows a German man who has troubles with financial business and then suddenly looses his job. When he cannot find work, he is forced to work as a clown at a circus. This causes a bad relationship between him and his 9-year-old son.

CAST: 

Rainer Grenkowitz - Stefan/ Der Klown.

Julius Jellinek - Dirch.

Diane Kruger - Manda.

Christine Mayn - Laura.

Wolfgang Madadeus - Dr. Peter Mancoviktz.

Alternate titles: The Joke (US title)

MPAA: Rated R for some strong language, sexuality and drug use - some involving children.

Parents Guide: View content advisory for Der Witz.

Running time: 1 hr 47 mins.

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