On June 23, 2016, reports emerged that the film, then titled Radegund, would depict the life of Austria’s Franz Jägerstätter, a conscientious objector during World War II who was put to death at age 36 for undermining military actions, and was later declared a martyr and beatified by the Catholic Church. It was announced that August Diehl was set to play Jägerstätter and Valerie Pachner to play his wife, Franziska Jägerstätter. Jörg Widmer was appointed as the director of photography, having worked in all of Malick's films since The New World (2005) as a camera operator.
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- 1 James Newton Howard, James Ehnes & Andrew ArmstrongA Hidden Life 2:51
- 2 Simon Preston, Choir of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford & English Chamber OrchestraIsrael in Egypt, HWV 54, Part I, No. 15 "Double Chorus: And Israel Saw That Great Work" & 16 "Chorus: And Believed the Lord" 4:26
- 3 James Newton Howard, James Ehnes & Andrew ArmstrongSurrounded by Walls 2:54
- 4 James Newton Howard, James Ehnes & Andrew ArmstrongReturn 2:42
- 5 James Newton HowardIndoctrination 2:13
- 6 James Newton Howard & James EhnesMorality in Darkness 3:14
- 7 James Newton Howard, James Ehnes & Andrew ArmstrongLove and Suffering 7:45
- 8 Jean-Jacques Kantorow, Jan Söderblom, Tero Latvala, Tapiola Sinfonietta & Jouko LaivuoriTabula rasa: II. Silentium 15:49
- 9 James Newton Howard, James Ehnes & Andrew ArmstrongHope 2:30
- 10 James Newton Howard, James Ehnes & Andrew ArmstrongDescent 6:27
- 11 Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra & Antoni WitCzech Suite in D Major, Op. 39: I. Allegro moderato 3:55
- 12 I FiamminghiKleines Requiem für eine Polka, Op. 66: IV. Adagio Cantabile 6:26
- 13 James Newton Howard, James Ehnes & Andrew ArmstrongKnotted 3:40
- 14 James Newton Howard, James Ehnes & Andrew ArmstrongThere Will Be No Mysteries 4:43
A Hidden Life
(2019)12
" Based on True Events"
| Country | |
| Spoken Language | english, deutsch, italian |
| Runtime | 2 hr 54 min |
| Premiere: World | $4 645 140 November 15, 2019 |
| USA | $1 730 597 |
| Other countries | $2 914 543 |
| Premiere: USA | $1 730 597 November 17, 2019 |
| first day | $16 047 |
| first weekend | $50 383 |
| theaters | 151 |
| rollout | 385 days |
| Digital: World | March 3, 2020 |
| Parental Advisory | Frightening & Intense Scenes, Violence & Gore |
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| Production Companies | |
| Also Known As | Ein verborgenes Leben Germany Una vida oculta United States |
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The Austrian Franz Jägerstätter, a conscientious objector, refuses to fight for the Nazis in World War II.Сast and Crew
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The film "A Hidden Life" is based on the real-life story of Franz Jägerstätter, an Austrian farmer who became a conscientious objector during World War II. His story is one of moral courage and unwavering faith in the face of immense pressure and adversity.Franz Jägerstätter's Life
Franz Jägerstätter was born in 1907 in the small village of St. Radegund, Austria. He was a devout Catholic and lived a simple life as a farmer. In 1936, he married Franziska Schwaninger, and they had three daughters together.Conscientious Objection
When Nazi Germany annexed Austria in 1938, Franz Jägerstätter was one of the few Austrians who openly opposed the regime. He refused to take the oath of allegiance to Adolf Hitler and was vocal about his opposition to the war. In 1943, he was called up for military service but refused to fight for the Nazis, citing his religious beliefs and moral convictions.Imprisonment and Execution
As a result of his refusal to serve, Franz Jägerstätter was arrested and imprisoned. Despite numerous attempts by his family, friends, and clergy to persuade him to change his mind, he remained steadfast in his decision. On August 9, 1943, he was executed by guillotine in Berlin-Brandenburg.Legacy
In 2007, Franz Jägerstätter was beatified by the Catholic Church, recognizing him as a martyr for his faith and moral integrity. His story has since become a symbol of resistance against tyranny and the power of individual conscience.Film's Accuracy
The film "A Hidden Life," directed by Terrence Malick, is largely faithful to the true story of Franz Jägerstätter. It captures the essence of his moral struggle and the impact of his decisions on his family and community. The film portrays the emotional and spiritual journey of Franz Jägerstätter with sensitivity and depth, staying true to the historical events and the spirit of his sacrifice.Production
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A great movie. It is difficult to say briefly about this film, but the film is more philosophical than historical. A man’s struggle against a system that has left an indelible SCAR on all of humanity. We will remember these people too.
I usually love slow and poetic films like this, but here Malick simply didn’t impress with a story of calm resistance to war. It feels like a movie book, but on the other hand, there are incredibly beautiful views and wonderful music. There is no catchy foundation for the plot, zero content.
Signature Malikov’s formless narration: beautiful, damn stretched out and … a minimum of empathy. 7.5 out of 10
A sad movie with soulful music, excellent acting and beautiful scenery. My eyes were wet while watching it. If it weren’t for the horse timing, I think the rating would have been higher. The movie is frankly drawn out, but this is Malick after all.
Malik’s paintings are a special view of the world, their own narrative language. Memorable visual. "The Secret Life" is a film about unwavering views, perseverance and devotion. That moment when 3 hours is like 3 minutes thanks to the mountain landscapes, the life of the villagers and the sincerity of the main characters.
Its poetry, empathy, touching philosophical narrative and music written by James Howard cut straight to the heart. When a film evokes such powerful catharsis that you can barely restrain yourself from crying, there is no point in writing anything else.
A typical handsome and at the same time prolonged and meditative Malik. The path of a prisoner of conscience, or rather the executed conscience.
Purely from the point of view of history, this man chose consciously. It so happened that he had the opportunity to make a conscious choice, he had a court, he had a lawyer. In Germany, this was not always very strong and not for all political people.
Amazing cinematography, amazing views. A little boring and the film requires a special approach to viewing. Highly recommend
Malick finally found a worthy plot for his original film language. A masterpiece has been released.
Movies Terrence Malick – poetry. They are always very recognizable, filled with voice-over monologues. This one is no exception. A reflection on a real person who decided to resist a system that conquered entire nations. Good work by cameraman Jörg Widmer and actor August Diehl .
It’s a cinematic journey through misty mountains, luscious alpine greenery, and Austrian villages that, unfortunately, have been subjected to pishist evil. This is almost a fantasy confrontation of a small man against a ruthless repressive machine, which leads him to the scaffold.
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