Christiane F. (1981)
Kernel Score: 83% · 1,417 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama
Released: 1981-04-02
Runtime: 131 minutes
Overview
This movie portrays the drug scene in Berlin in the 70s, following tape recordings of Christiane F. 14 years old Christiane lives with her mother and little sister in a typical multi-storey apartment building in Berlin. She's fascinated by the 'Sound', a new disco with most modern equipment. Although she's legally too young, she asks a friend to take her. There she meets Detlef, who's in a clique where everybody's on drugs. Step by step she gets drawn deeper into the scene.
Christiane F. parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this R-rated drama graphically depicts a teenage girl's descent into heroin addiction and prostitution.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Contains disturbing scenes of drug withdrawal and self-harm.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Strong — Includes scenes of teenage prostitution tied to drug addiction.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Intense — Explicit and repeated depiction of heroin use and addiction among teenagers.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Uli Edel
Cast
- Natja Brunckhorst as Christiane
- Thomas Haustein as Detlev
- Jens Kuphal as Axel
- Rainer Woelk as Leiche (as Rainer Wölk)
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Christiane F. FAQ
Is Christiane F. good?
Christiane F. has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,417 audience ratings.
Is Christiane F. OK for kids?
Christiane F. is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this R-rated drama graphically depicts a teenage girl's descent into heroin addiction and prostitution.
What movies are like Christiane F.?
If you liked Christiane F., try Trainspotting, Pixote, I Can Quit Whenever I Want 2: Masterclass and Blow.