Ohne Ball und ohne Netz 1982
In the heart of Austrian football fever, Franz Antel's 1982 comedy *Ohne Ball und ohne Netz* dives into the hilarious clash between obsession and domestic duty.
Director: Franz Antel
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ohne Ball und ohne Netz (1982) about?
*Ohne Ball und ohne Netz* follows the male players of FC Reith, whose wives grow tired of their husbands' tunnel vision for football and stage a clever protest to remind them of what's truly important. It's a playful comedy where love, laughter, and leather balls collide in a battle of the sexes.
Who directed Ohne Ball und ohne Netz?
Franz Antel directed *Ohne Ball und ohne Netz*. Known for his work in Austrian comedies, Antel skillfully balances humor with heart in this 1982 film.
Who stars in Ohne Ball und ohne Netz?
The main cast includes Heinz Marecek as the football-obsessed player, Evelyn Engleder and Edith Leyrer as the wives plotting their next move, Thaddäus Podgorski, and Kurt Sobotka.
Is Ohne Ball und ohne Netz (1982) worth watching?
As a mid-length Austrian comedy from the early '80s, *Ohne Ball und ohne Netz* delivers on its promise of lighthearted fun, though its dated humor may not resonate with modern audiences. Fans of classic comedies or nostalgic European cinema will likely find it charming and breezy.
How long is Ohne Ball und ohne Netz?
The runtime of *Ohne Ball und ohne Netz* is 80 minutes.
About Ohne Ball und ohne Netz (1982) — A 1980s Austrian Comedy About Football, Wives, and Marriage Woes
In the heart of Austrian football fever, Franz Antel's 1982 comedy *Ohne Ball und ohne Netz* dives into the hilarious clash between obsession and domestic duty. The story centers on the all-male football team "Fussballclub Reith," whose wives, fed up with their husbands' single-minded devotion to the game, hatch a clever plan to reclaim their attention—by temporarily sidelining the beloved sport. It's a lighthearted battle of wills where love, laughter, and leather balls collide, all wrapped in the cozy, nostalgic charm of early '80s Austrian culture.
With witty dialogue and a playful tone, Antel crafts a farce that's as much about the absurdity of passion as it is about the small but satisfying victories of married life. Heinz Marecek leads the cast as the team's star player, while Evelyn Engleder and Edith Leyrer bring sharp wit to their roles as the wives plotting their next move. At just 80 minutes, *Ohne Ball und ohne Netz* moves swiftly, packed with situational humor and a heartwarming reminder that even the most dedicated fans can't ignore their better halves forever.