Damian Hardung on Playing Moritz Holl in 'Corpus Delicti' Film Adaptation

Damian Hardung shares insights about his portrayal of Moritz Holl in the film version of Juli Zeh's dystopian work, 'Corpus Delicti', a character he previously embodied on stage. He characterizes Moritz as the 'burning heart' contrasting with his sister Mia's logical demeanor, drawing a parallel to Hesse's 'Narziß und Goldmund'. The film critiques the 'Methode' as a reflection of fascism, highlighting how egalitarian democracies can devolve into totalitarian regimes. Hardung feels that the post-COVID-19 world aligns more closely with Zeh's dystopia and sees the film as a call to acknowledge human flaws. He stresses the importance of questioning progress, referencing the industrial revolution, and aimed to depict Moritz in a positive light, avoiding a victim narrative. It’s important to note that the film is not a direct adaptation of the novel.