Theater in Trance (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1981, Theater in Trance is a documentary film directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Rainer Werner Fassbinder visits for two weeks the "Theater der Welt" festival 1981 in Cologne. 30 companies showed in over 100 performances their own visions of a new theater. Framed by Fassbinder's reading of one of the famous essays on theater: Antonin Artaud's "The Theater and its double". The audience is left to wonder how much of Artaud's radical and beautiful vision is realized in contemporary theater.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Theater in Trance 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 Theater in Trance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Theater in Trance tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Theater in Trance (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Theater in Trance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Theater in Trance worth watching?
- Theater in Trance holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Theater in Trance released?
- Theater in Trance was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.