Das zehnte Jahr (1995): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1995, Das zehnte Jahr is a drama film directed by Käthe Kratz, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. The story tells of a love which after ten years is beginning to grow old, and of the attempt to turn the imminent end into a new beginning. After ten years of eventful relationship, man and woman have finally decided to say yes to each other in an abandoned railway station on the edge of town. It is the first evening in their new home. Everything is temporary, nothing is finished. The furniture has not yet been delivered, the heating is not functioning yet, the telephone is not connected, neither is the television. They are inescapably confronted with their own selves and with each other. And although, at least at the beginning, they fervently strive for love and harmony, the past catches up with them. When he, as always, seeks to withdraw by taking flight, he discovers that his key does not fit. He is at her mercy. Ruthlessly, they call each other to account.

Who’s in it. Das zehnte Jahr stars Maria Bill as Marie, Matthias Habich as Max and Susi Nicoletti as Gast.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Das zehnte Jahr page.

If you liked it. Fans of Das zehnte Jahr tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.