8.5
'Toni Erdmann' trivia and fun facts
The comedian Andy Kaufman
According to writer/director Maren Ade one inspiration for Winfried's special brand of irritating humor was late comedian Andy Kaufman.
A year editing
Director Maren Ade spent over a year editing the film. During the process she gave birth to her second child.
Winfried Conradi
Winfried Conradi is loosely based on Maren Ade's father who actually likes to put in fake teeth to joke with people.
120 hours
120 hours of footage were shot during 56 shooting days.
Cannes
The film has been selected to compete for the Palme d'Or at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival.
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