FILMTTThe Tin Drum1979
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The Tin Drum
Drama film with a runtime of 142 minutes, released in 1979. Presented in English.
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Adaptation of the Gunter Grass novel. A young boy growing up in post-World War I Germany is given a small toy drum for his third birthday. Seeing the despair of the adults around him, he vows to never grow up. As the world grows madder throughout the 1930s and '40s, he continues beating his drum, trying to keep his rhythm while growing up in a world that has lost its senses.
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How long is The Tin Drum?
The Tin Drum runs for 2h 22m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under drama, adaptation, War.
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