The Election Campaigners

Plot Summary

THE ELECTION CAMPAIGNERS tries to analyse the phenomenon of the Austrian Freedom Party (FPÖ). The party’s great success is generally regarded as a result of its leader’s demonic charisma. But this film doesn’t focus on Jörg Haider. Instead it gives a face to the people who make Haider’s election victories possible, taking a clear stance, yet refraining from commentary or judgement. It is up to the viewers to draw their own conclusions.

Top Cast

Jörg Haider Self

Heide Schmidt Self (uncredited)

Christian Scheider Self

Herbert Schürz Self

Peter Westenthaler Self