Richy Guitar is actually called Richard, but is only called like this by his parents. The young man finds it difficult to find work in Berlin, and when he finally does, he is bullied by his boss. When he meets drummer Igor and bassist Hans, a new rock band is immediately formed. While the trio dreams of a gig at the Avus racetrack, Richy's relationship breaks down...
Acting
Farin Urlaub's chaotic screen presence before he learned how
Sound
Raw pre-fame punk energy, barely held together
Production
Zero-budget Berlin punk authenticity, warts and all
Director
Michael Laux
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was filmed before Die Ärzte officially formed — Bela B. and Farin Urlaub met on set and decided to actually start a band.
A time capsule of West Berlin's squatter-punk scene before the Wall fell, starring the people who'd define German alternative music for decades.
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