The Consequence

Name: The Consequence
Director: Wolfgang Petersen
Genre: Drama, Romance, TV Movie
Released: 1977-01-01
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Jürgen Prochnow, Ernst Hannawald, Werner Schwuchow, Hans-Michael Rehberg, Walo Lüönd

1977Dir. Wolfgang Petersen1h 40m

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The Consequence is a compelling exploration of forbidden love set against the stark backdrop of a prison. Wolfgang Petersen paints an intimate portrait of Thomas, the son of a warden, and his tumultuous relationship with Martin, an inmate. The atmosphere is heavy, marked by both a sense of longing and the oppressive weight of societal judgment. The pacing is deliberate, allowing you to really feel the tension and hope in their attempts to forge a life together. Performances are raw and authentic, capturing the vulnerability of their situation. The film’s handling of themes like isolation and societal constraints resonates deeply, making it a distinctive entry in the realm of TV movies from that era.

Distinctive exploration of LGBT themesStrong performances against a conservative backdropUnique TV movie aesthetic from the late 70s