Alpine Saga (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2006, Alpine Saga is a documentary film directed by Erich Langjahr, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Award-winning director Langjahr returns to his beloved Alps to document a group of people continuing the legacy of their forefathers. Every year on Swiss National day, August 1, the Wildheuer climb up the steep mountain of the «Hinteren Heubrig», fitted out with scythes and wearing wooden shoes with spikes, just as their ancestors did before them. They are part of a generation who have lived with the challenges of nature and survived it. In his film, Langjahr's poetic realism gives an insight into these people's experience of the simple life, the very foundation of human existence.
Who’s in it. Alpine Saga stars Anton Büeler as Anton Büeler, Albert Gwerder as Albert Gwerder, Erich Gwerder as Erich Gwerder and Alois Langenegger as Alois Langenegger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Alpine Saga 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 Alpine Saga page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alpine Saga 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 Alpine Saga (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alpine Saga change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alpine Saga worth watching?
- Alpine Saga holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alpine Saga?
- Alpine Saga stars Anton Büeler, Albert Gwerder, Erich Gwerder, Alois Langenegger and Dominic Langenegger.
- When was Alpine Saga released?
- Alpine Saga was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.