Probieren Sie’s mit einem Jüngeren 2000
In Michael Kreihsl's sharp 2000 comedy *Probieren Sie's mit einem Jüngeren*, literature meets life as a seasoned writer's clever deception spins out of control.
Director: Michael Kreihsl
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Probieren Sie's mit einem Jüngeren (2000) about?
The film follows Anna Haslböck, a bestselling author who hires a young drummer to pose as her lover for publicity. Behind the scenes, she's secretly involved with an industrialist, while the drummer navigates a real romance with a journalist—unraveling a web of ambition, jealousy, and public image.
Who directed Probieren Sie's mit einem Jüngeren?
Michael Kreihsl directed the film, bringing his signature blend of wit and social observation to this 2000 Austrian comedy.
Who stars in Probieren Sie's mit einem Jüngeren?
The film stars Senta Berger as Anna Haslböck, Ulrich Reinthaller as Nicolas Auer, Karlheinz Hackl, Nadeshda Brennicke, and Helmut Berger in key roles.
Is Probieren Sie's mit einem Jüngeren (2000) worth watching?
Though unrated on IMDb, this 2000 comedy offers sharp satire and engaging performances, making it a worthwhile watch for fans of European rom-coms with a twist. Its themes of generational dynamics and ambition add depth to its lighthearted premise.
How long is Probieren Sie's mit einem Jüngeren?
Runtime details are not listed.
About Probieren Sie's mit einem Jüngeren (2000) — A Comedy of Love, Lies, and Younger Men
In Michael Kreihsl's sharp 2000 comedy *Probieren Sie's mit einem Jüngeren*, literature meets life as a seasoned writer's clever deception spins out of control. Anna Haslböck, a well-known author behind the pseudonym Karina Norden, hires a young drummer, Nicolas Auer, to pose as her lover—boosting sales for her provocative new book on dating younger men. Behind the scenes, Nicolas juggles Anna's ten-year secret affair with an industrialist while helping her launch a shaky talk show. Complications escalate when Nicolas and journalist Martina Schwarz ignite a real romance, forcing Anna to confront her own fading charms and professional ambitions amid jealousy, contracts, and public scrutiny.
With a playful yet biting tone, the film blends satire and romance, exploring generational divides and the blurred lines between fiction and reality. Kreihsl crafts an atmosphere of 1990s Vienna that's both sophisticated and cheeky, where ambition clashes with authenticity. The ensemble cast, led by Senta Berger and Ulrich Reinthaller, delivers performances brimming with wit and warmth, making this a hidden gem for fans of European comedies that bite as much as they charm.