Ordnung (1980) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

Released in 1980, Ordnung is a notable film directed by Sohrab Shahid Saless.

What it’s about. Herbert (Heinz Lieven) is a solid, middle-class engineer who one day quits his job and ensconces himself at home (preferably in the bathroom), refusing to say very much to anyone. His wife (Dorothea Moritz ) is all the more upset at his behavior because on Sunday mornings he goes out into the street and yells at the top of his lungs for everyone to "get up." Eventually, the hard-working wife who is also earning their support convinces Herbert to go to a clinic for treatment. But is it a clinic he needs? Or is Herbert rebelling against a society that is too ordered, too sterile, too buried in the monotony of routine?

Who’s in it. Ordnung stars Heinz Lieven as Herbert Sladovsky, Dorothea Moritz as Maria Sladovsky and Dieter Schaad as Oberarzt.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Ordnung sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

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