When does the screening of Wild Horse Nine take place?

The screening begins on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 15:30.

Where is Wild Horse Nine shown?

The screening takes place at filmforum at Dellplatz 16 in 47051 Duisburg.

How long is the movie?

Wild Horse Nine has a runtime of 118 minutes.

How much does a ticket cost?

On Monday, the cinema day price of €7.90 per ticket applies at filmforum.

Who stars in Wild Horse Nine?

In the lead roles are John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell, and Steve Buscemi. The ensemble also includes Mariana di Girolamo, Ailín Salas, Tom Waits, and Parker Posey.

Wild Horse Nine: Black Comedy, Espionage, and Great Acting at filmforum Duisburg

Name: Wild Horse Nine
Start: 2026-11-16T15:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-16T17:30:00+01:00
Location: filmforum

Wild Horse Nine: Darkly Humorous Espionage on the Big Screen

On November 16, 2026, filmforum Duisburg will show Martin McDonagh's new dark comedy Wild Horse Nine. The performance starts at 3:30 PM and leads into a politically charged world of espionage, personal guilt, and the apparent idyll of Easter Island.

Between CIA Mission and Human Abyss

Shortly before the Chilean military coup of 1973, CIA agents Chris and Lee are sent from Santiago to Easter Island. Chris, played by John Malkovich, nearly casually explains to two young Chilean students what awaits their country. From the apparent small talk grows a bitterly comic examination of power, political influence, and moral responsibility.

Martin McDonagh’s Precise Dramaturgy

Martin McDonagh is responsible for direction and screenplay. His staging combines dry dialogue, absurd situations, and a dark political foundation. The dramaturgy thrives on the contrast between the grotesque routine of professional spies and the historical significance of their mission. Moments arise from casual conversations where comedy and threat stand side by side.

John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell, and a High-Caliber Ensemble

John Malkovich takes on the role of Chris, while Sam Rockwell appears as his longtime partner Lee. Steve Buscemi plays the bureau chief MJ. The ensemble also includes Mariana di Girolamo, Ailín Salas, Tom Waits, and Parker Posey. The acting relies on precise rhythm, laconic glances, and the tension that arises when characters conceal more than they express.

A Cinematic Stage Design Between Distance and Danger

Easter Island serves as the visual counterpoint to the political darkness of the narrative. Iconic statues, vast landscapes, and the atmosphere of a remote paradise collide with conspiracy, espionage logic, and personal crises. The cinematic set design opens a space where the beauty of the surroundings and the coldness of institutional power ceaselessly clash.

A Stage Experience for Fans of Black Comedy

With a runtime of 118 minutes, Wild Horse Nine unfolds its blend of espionage film, political satire, and dark comedy at a concentrated pace. The screening at filmforum combines the historical dimension of the material with the sensual theater atmosphere of a traditional cinema hall and the immediate audience reaction to McDonagh’s pointed dialogues.

Conclusion: Visitors can expect an unusual cinema evening that blends political farce, acting talent, and melancholic tension. Those wanting to experience Martin McDonagh's idiosyncratic dramaturgy, John Malkovich's striking presence, and demanding film art live at filmforum should mark this performance.