Black Box BRD (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5.4

Released in 2001, Black Box BRD is a documentary film directed by Andres Veiel, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Black Box BRD steps back into German history, showing the Federal Republic of Germany of the 70s and 80s. The country is polarized due to the power struggle of the German state and the "Red Army Faction". Society is torn, the fronts are irreconcilable. The life stories of both Wolfgang Grams and Alfred Herrhausen are tragically linked to this era. Grams is the one who takes up arms for moral rigor; Herrhausen however seizes power and dies when powerful.
Who’s in it. Black Box BRD stars Traudl Herrhausen as Herself, Rainer Grams as Himself, Werner Grams as Himself and Ruth Grams as Herself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Black Box BRD has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Box BRD page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Box BRD (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Box BRD change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Box BRD worth watching?
- Black Box BRD holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Box BRD?
- Black Box BRD stars Traudl Herrhausen, Rainer Grams, Werner Grams, Ruth Grams and Thomas R. Fischer.
- When was Black Box BRD released?
- Black Box BRD was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.
