Straub/Huillet: Work on "Class Relations"

Based on Franz Kafka's unfinished novel 'The Man Who Disappeared', this film follows the journey of Karl Rossmann, a young German immigrant who arrives in America to find his uncle as his employer. Upon arrival, he discovers his uncle has been informed of his supposed indiscretion and decides to disown him. Karl must then navigate the complexities of his new life and the various characters he encounters, each presenting him with new challenges and opportunities.

Class Relations is a highly acclaimed and intellectually rigorous adaptation of Kafka's work, praised for its faithfulness to the source material's philosophical and existential themes. Critics lauded the directors' distinctive minimalist style and the film's challenging yet rewarding narrative. While it may not appeal to all audiences due to its deliberate pacing and abstract nature, it is considered a significant work within art-house cinema and a testament to Straub and Huillet's unique cinematic vision.

• A stark and faithful adaptation of Kafka's novel.

• Praised for its intellectual depth and challenging narrative.

• Recognized for its minimalist aesthetic and uncompromising artistic vision.

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Screened in competition at the 1984 Cannes Film Festival.

The film was shot in both German and English, reflecting the multilingual nature of the original novel's setting and themes.