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Roland Reber's Cabaret of Death (2019)

“What is life? Is it the yearning of a lover, the fear of growing old, the rebellious struggle for a dignified death or the hunt for the most clicks? Is it maybe just a show?”

  • 92 min
  • Comedy
  • imdb logo 3.5/10 (46 votes)

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Plot

In the mesmerizing labyrinth of existence, "Roland Reber's Cabaret of Death" probes the enigma of life, intertwining the yearning of a lover, the fear of aging, the audacious battle for a dignified death, and the relentless pursuit for fame. In this kaleidoscopic portrayal of the human condition, we're prompted to question: Is life merely a spectacle? In a captivating mosaic of narratives, the ruins of a love affair collide with an elderly man's plea for euthanasia. Under the glaring lights of a live show, candidates are thrown into a ruthless charade, sacrificed to the insatiable audience. The relentless march of time traps a dancer, her futile attempts at self-optimization proving no match for her advancing years. A man concealed behind a mask is driven by an insatiable hunger for fame, willing to pay any price. Amidst these winding tales, a corpse driver navigates his 'clients' through a lengthy corridor, peppering the silence with his candid musings on life and death. Once a stage play born from the ashes of Roland Reber's personal loss, this cinematic adaptation serves as a striking mirror to our times. It underlines the urgent need for a return to genuine discourse and respectful relations, a poignant reminder of the inviolable dignity of mankind. We are challenged to consider our treatment of words and people alike, in life as well as in death. "Roland Reber's Cabaret of Death" is a provocative exploration of existence, laying bare the taboo subject of death and firmly reintegrating it into the cycle of life.

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Roland Reber's Cabaret of Death is a comedy movie featuring Waltraut Borchmann.

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