The Third Generation (1979)

Name: The Third Generation
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama
Released: 1979
Duration: 110 min
Rating: 5.9
Cast: Harry Baer, Hark Bohm, Margit Carstensen, Eddie Constantine, Jürgen Draeger

1h 50m Germany

Comedy Crime Drama

Plot

A chaotic satire explores the absurdities of guerrilla terrorism as a group of radical leftists unwittingly falls under the influence of the West German government. Their misguided attempts at activism are co-opted, serving as a convenient excuse for the state to enforce its own authoritarian measures. Through dark humor and sharp commentary, the film critiques the intersection of idealism and manipulation, showcasing how the very revolutionaries seeking change become unwitting pawns in a larger political game. The result is a thought-provoking examination of power dynamics and the consequences of radical action.

Cast

Harry Baer Hark Bohm Margit Carstensen Eddie Constantine Jürgen Draeger Udo Kier Volker Spengler Hanna Schygulla Bulle Ogier Günther Kaufmann Claus Holm Raúl Gimenez Lilo Pempeit Y Sa Lo Vitus Zeplichal