Movie
The Sandman
10.0/10
1983
1h 11m
de
Drama
History
TV Movie
Horror
Overview
Based on the classic 19th century tale by German writer/composer E.T.A. Hoffmann, the film investigates the tale's themes of obsession and madness, emphasizing expressionist imagery and theatrical style. The story relates the life of the young student Nathanael, whose childhood memories are haunted by a sinister man. As a child, Nathanael believed this dark figure to be the mythic Sandman, who puts children to sleep by stealing their eyes. When confronted by this same evil presence as an adult, he is pushed toward madness as he tries to confront his childhood fears.
Director
Dagmar Damek
Movie Information
Release Date
January 1, 1983
Runtime
1h 11m
Status
Released
Original Language
de
Vote Count
2
