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The film 'Sheer Madness' (1983), was a massive box office hit, surpassing $60 million in worldwide earnings and captivating over 20 million viewers across the globe. In the film "Olga" and "Ruth" form an unlikely friendship. As their bond strengthens, "Ruth'"s husband "Franz" becomes jealous, leading to a dramatic climax when their friendship is put to the test during a trip to Egypt.
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Schygulla played "Olga", an independent woman who is separated from her husband, living with an immigrant pianist, and teaching feminist literature. She forms a strong friendship with "Ruth" and plays a pivotal role in the film.
3 / 10
Today, she is still actively involved in the film and theater industry.
4 / 10
Winkler portrayed "Ruth": a withdrawn painter who may be struggling with mental health issues. She dreams in black and white, sometimes about her suicide.
5 / 10
More recently, Winkler appeared in 'Dark' (2017), the first German-language Netflix original series, and as "Miss Tanner" in Luca Guadagnino's Suspiria (2018).
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Striebeck played "Franz": "Ruth'"s husband, who initially encourages the friendship between "Olga" and "Ruth". However, he becomes jealous as their bond deepens, leading to tension and conflict.
7 / 10
He continues his acting career in Germany.
8 / 10
Yordaniff played "Alexaj".
9 / 10
Sadly, Yordanoff died on 6 October 2020, aged 66.
10 / 10
As a romantic comedy, the movie struck a chord with the audience, receiving positive feedback and becoming a resounding box office success. Its charm and humor resonated with viewers, making it a memorable and beloved film in the history of cinema.
The film 'Sheer Madness' (1983), was a massive box office hit, surpassing $60 million in worldwide earnings and captivating over 20 million viewers across the globe. In the film "Olga" and "Ruth" form an unlikely friendship. As their bond strengthens, "Ruth'"s husband "Franz" becomes jealous, leading to a dramatic climax when their friendship is put to the test during a trip to Egypt.
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