Where to watch Freak Orlando (1981)

Name: Freak Orlando
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy
Released: 1981-11-06
Duration: 2 h 6 min
Cast: Magdalena Montezuma, Delphine Seyrig, Albert Heins, Claudio Pantoja, Hiro Uchiyama

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2h 6m

Genre: Comedy, Fantasy
Director: Ulrike Ottinger
Release: 6 Nov 1981

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Story

This experimental film follows a character named Orlando through five loosely connected episodes, with the protagonist appearing in multiple forms and incarnations. Directed by Ulrike Ottinger, the film blends comedy and fantasy elements as it presents various versions of Orlando across different scenarios and transformations, creating a surreal and unconventional narrative experience.

Why watch

Experimental fantasy-comedy directed by Ulrike Ottinger with an unconventional structure
Features Magdalena Montezuma in multiple roles and transformations throughout
Over two hours of inventive, genre-bending storytelling with ensemble cast

Good for: Viewers interested in avant-garde cinema and experimental narratives; not a conventional family film due to its abstract nature.

Cast

Magdalena MontezumaOrlando, als Pilger, Orlando Zyldopa, Orlando Orlanda, Orlando Capricho, Mr. Orlando, The Entertainer Mrs. Orlando
Delphine SeyrigHelena Müller, als Lebensbaumgöttin, Kaufhausonsängerin, Mutter der Wundergeburt, Helena-Maya, Siamese sister Lena, Bunny Helena
Albert HeinsHerbert Zeus, as Manager of the department store, Priest, Gladiator, Physician-head of Psychiatry, Salesman for Pharmaceuticals
Claudio PantojaZwei Tänzer, Department Store Detectives, Acrobats, Moines, Cerbere, Human-birds, Nurses
Hiro UchiyamaZwei Tänzer, Department Store Detectives, Acrobats, Moines, Cerbere, Human-birds, Nurses
GalliChronistin
Eddie ConstantineSäulenheiliger
Else NabuHeilige Wilgeforte
Maria BucholtKleine Menschen
Paul GlauerKleine Menschen
Alfred RaupachKleine Menschen
Luzig RaupachKleine Menschen
Monika Maria UllemeyerKleine Menschen
Dirk ZalmKleine Menschen
Luc AlexanderZwolf Lederboys

Frequently asked questions

Which OTT platform is Freak Orlando streaming on?

Freak Orlando is currently available in India on MUBI, DocAlliance Films and MUBI Amazon Channel.

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Is Freak Orlando on Netflix?

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Is Freak Orlando on Amazon Prime Video?

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Is Freak Orlando on JioHotstar?

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Who is in the cast of Freak Orlando?

Freak Orlando stars Magdalena Montezuma, Delphine Seyrig, Albert Heins, Claudio Pantoja and Hiro Uchiyama. Magdalena Montezuma movies on OTT →

Who directed Freak Orlando?

Freak Orlando is directed by Ulrike Ottinger. All movies directed by Ulrike Ottinger →

How long is Freak Orlando?

Freak Orlando runs for 2h 6m (126 minutes).

Can I rent or buy Freak Orlando?

Yes, besides the subscription platforms you can rent or buy Freak Orlando on DocAlliance Films.

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