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Die Frau des Schläfers 2010

★ 6.24 votes📅 2010-07-02

In *Die Frau des Schläfers (2010)*, director Edzard Onneken crafts a tense psychological thriller that unfolds like a modern nightmare.

Director: Edzard Onneken

Cast

Yvonne Catterfeld
Yvonne Catterfeld
Karla Ben Yakin
René Ifrah
René Ifrah
Zaid Ben Yakin
Ercan Durmaz
Ercan Durmaz
Tarif Al Hiri
David A. Hamade
David A. Hamade
Murat Ben Yakin
Faraz Kafi
Hamy Ben Yakin
Ludger Pistor
Ludger Pistor
Markus Bender
Aiman Mazyek
Polizist
Ulas Kilic
Ulas Kilic
Gemeindevorsteher
Dominik Maringer
Dominik Maringer
Stefan
Christoph Hagen Dittmann
Christoph Hagen Dittmann
Stefan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *Die Frau des Schläfers* (2010) about?

The film follows Karla, a call-center worker whose idyllic life with her husband and son crumbles when they disappear overnight. She later learns her husband has returned to Sudan to plan a terrorist attack, thrusting her into a dangerous web of espionage and doubt.

Who directed *Die Frau des Schläfers*?

Edzard Onneken directed this gripping thriller, known for his ability to blend psychological tension with real-world stakes.

Who stars in *Die Frau des Schläfers*?

The film features Yvonne Catterfeld as Karla, alongside René Ifrah, Ercan Durmaz, David A. Hamade, and Faraz Kafi in key roles.

Is *Die Frau des Schläfers* (2010) worth watching?

While not widely rated, the film's intense atmosphere and strong performances make it a compelling watch for thriller fans. Its exploration of domestic betrayal and global terror offers a unique, thought-provoking experience.

How long is *Die Frau des Schläfers*?

Runtime details are not listed for this film.

About Die Frau des Schläfers (2010) — A Thrilling Unraveling of Trust and Terror

In *Die Frau des Schläfers (2010)*, director Edzard Onneken crafts a tense psychological thriller that unfolds like a modern nightmare. The story follows Karla, an unassuming call-center employee whose seemingly perfect life shatters when her husband, Zaid Yakin, and their young son vanish without explanation one night. As Karla grapples with the disappearance, she's drawn into a shadowy investigation by Federal Intelligence Service officials, who reveal a disturbing truth: Zaid has returned to Sudan to orchestrate a terrorist attack. The film masterfully blends domestic unease with geopolitical tension, creating a gripping atmosphere where trust is shattered and every clue deepens Karla's sense of dread.

With its moody pacing and sharp character study, *Die Frau des Schläfers* explores themes of identity, betrayal, and the fragility of safety in an interconnected world. Yvonne Catterfeld delivers a standout performance as Karla, capturing her desperation and resilience against a backdrop of systemic deception. The thriller's unsettling realism lingers long after the credits roll, leaving viewers to question the boundaries between personal life and global threats.