Wrong Move (1975)

6.9Not Rated103 minDirector: Wim Wenders

1975 West German film by Wim Wenders

The Wrong Move (German: Falsche Bewegung – "False Movement") is a 1975 German road movie directed by Wim Wenders. This was the second part of Wenders' "Road Movie trilogy" which included Alice in the Cities (1974) and Kings of the Road (1976).

With long carefully composed shots characteristic of Wenders' work, the story follows the wanderings of an aspiring young writer, Wilhelm Meister, as he explores his native country, encounters its people and starts defining his vocation. His thoughts are occasionally presented in voice-over. The work is a rough adaption of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's 1795-96 novel Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship, an early example of the Bildungsroman or novel of initiation.

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What is Wrong Move about?
Wrong Move (1975) — In search of inspiration, the hopeful author, Wilhelm, sets out on a lonely journey of enlightenment with his encouraging mother's blessing, leaving behind him his hometown of Glückstadt. In high hopes of finding something to write, Wilhelm wanders about unknown and faceless town
Is Wrong Move based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Wrong Move scary?
Content rating: Not Rated. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.