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The Beginner

121h 40m1985Sigi Rothemund
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Movie fan Mike has invented a machine with which he is able to take part in every movie which is currently running on his video tape recorder. But he and his friend Tommy are watched while trying out this new device and soon two electronic companies are on their trail to discover the secret of this invention.

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InventionRemote ControlParallel World

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What is The Beginner (1985) about?

Movie fan Mike has invented a machine with which he is able to take part in every movie which is currently running on his video tape recorder. But he and his friend Tommy are watched while trying out this new device and soon two electronic companies are on their trail to discover the secret of this invention.

Who stars in The Beginner?

The Beginner stars Thomas Gottschalk (Tommy), Mike Krüger (Mike), Anja Kruse (Linda), Sylvia Engelmann (Tommys Freundin), Ankie Lau (Ling Ling). The film was directed by Sigi Rothemund.

How long is The Beginner?

The Beginner has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1985. It is rated 12.

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