Black Sin

'Black Sin' explores themes through its adaptation of Hölderlin’s work, focusing on the narrative from the third version of his play, 'Der Tod des Empedokles'. With Danièle Huillet at the helm, the film reflects her distinctive approach to storytelling and visual aesthetics.

This film is produced by Produktion Straub-Huillet, alongside NDR, WDR, and Rundfunk im Amerikanischen Sektor (RIAS). It stands as an important piece in Huillet's oeuvre and emphasizes the role of female directors in the film industry. Howard Vernon and Danièle Huillet lead the cast, contributing to the film's unique vision.