Why Does Herr R. Run Amok?

Why Does Herr R. Run Amok? (1970) is a drama film directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, Michael Fengler rated 7.4/10.

Technical draftsman Herr R. is a dependable guy. He gets along with his colleagues although his boss wants him to go beyond technical cleanliness to problem solving. He's a dutiful husband; his wife's a social climber and pressures him to seek a promotion, but they also share sweet moments. He's a caring father, helping his son with homework. His parents visit; his mother criticizes his wife. Old schoolmates drop by, as do neighbours. Some comment on his wife's expensive tastes. His promotion may be a long shot, especially after he gives a dull and tipsy toast at an office dinner. But why would Herr R. run amok?

Cast

Kurt Raab

Mr. R.

Lilith Ungerer

Mrs. R.

Lilo Pempeit

Coworker

Franz Maron

Boss

Hanna Schygulla

Hanna

Irm Hermann

Neighbor

Ingrid Caven

Neighbor

Harry Baer

Coworker

Peter Moland

Coworker

Doris Mattes

Neighbor

Hannes Gromball

Neighbor

Vinzenz Sterr

Grandfather Raab