The West Is Alive (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film
Released in 1984, The West Is Alive is a notable film.
What it’s about. The West is alive (Der Westen Lebt) is a highly charged work, a powerful visual metaphor of desire within the symbolism of Western cultural mythology. A man and a woman fighting for a kiss collide on-screen with a repeated film fragment of the thrusting pistons of an oncoming train. The couple's erotic interplay is at once passionate, violent and ironic.
Who’s in it. The West Is Alive stars Heike-Melba Fendel.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The West Is Alive page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The West Is Alive (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The West Is Alive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The West Is Alive?
- The West Is Alive stars Heike-Melba Fendel.
- When was The West Is Alive released?
- The West Is Alive was released in 1984.