Tears of Stone (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1995, Tears of Stone is a drama film directed by Hilmar Oddsson, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. About Icelandic composer Jon Leifs (1899-1968) who spent much of his life in Germany before WWII. The film begins in the 1930s after he has married the daughter of an industrialist, Annie, who is also a concert pianist. This era was frustrating for Leifs because his works were seldom performed. Iceland's submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1995
Who’s in it. Tears of Stone stars Heinz Bennent as Herr Riethof, Ingrid Andree as Frau Riethof, Ulrich Tukur as Ernst Züchner and Hera Hilmar.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Tears of Stone has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tears of Stone page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tears of Stone tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tears of Stone (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tears of Stone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tears of Stone worth watching?
- Tears of Stone holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tears of Stone?
- Tears of Stone stars Heinz Bennent, Ingrid Andree, Ulrich Tukur and Hera Hilmar.
- When was Tears of Stone released?
- Tears of Stone was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.