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Cast
Henriette Richter-Röhl
as Juliane 'Jule' Engelhardt
Andreas Pietschmann
as Dr. Philip Richter
Eleonore Weisgerber
as Annedore Zimmermann
Andreas Guenther
as Jens Hellmann
Heidelinde Weis
as Frieda Winter
Ivonne Schönherr
as Kim Kerner
Gregor Bloéb
as Ascan Borg
Elzemarieke de Vos
as Biene Bimstein
Thomas Balou Martin
as Earl G. Kennel
Beate Maes
as Elke Richter
Movie Info & Details
Release Year2009
Runtime1h 25m
LanguageGerman
CertificationNR
GenresComedy
Votes3
DirectorJohn Delbridge
WritersJohn Delbridge
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.2 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsVorzimmer zur Hölle
About Vorzimmer zur Hölle
Juliane Engelhardt works at the reception of the cosmetics company "Winter Cosmetics International". Not exactly her dream job, but better than nothing. But then the great opportunity opens up for her: After dropping out of medical school, Jule is not quite sure where to go. When the long-time chief secretary of the CEO, Annedore Zimmermann, collapses with a heart attack, Dr. Phillip Richter is quick to replace. Since Jules' presence of mind saved Ms. Zimmermann's life, she suggests Jule as assistant secretary. Jules Start in the anteroom of the CEO looks like a ...
Directed by John Delbridge, Vorzimmer zur Hölle leans on a strong ensemble — Henriette Richter-Röhl, Andreas Pietschmann, Eleonore Weisgerber — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 2009.
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