GEIERWALLY
The Movie
The Alps are more than just a backdrop. They are the protagonist, counterpart, and mirror of the Vulture Wally.
The mountain world in which Wally lived was wild, demanding, and uncompromising—just like her.
Between rugged cliffs, dark gorges, and open plateaus, not only does the external plot unfold, but also the inner drama of this extraordinary woman.
The mountain world in which Wally lived was wild, demanding, and uncompromising—just like her.
In this harsh, unforgiving natural environment, her willpower, her desire for freedom, and her courage to determine her destiny were forged.
The Alps are not a story but a place where the story belongs.
The locations are authentic places in Austria and Italy, specifically the Alpine region, where the past remains palpable and the light of the present falls on rocks, forests, and faces. The camera does not observe from a safe distance – it immerses itself in a landscape that tells its own story.
The Alps are more than just a backdrop.
LOCATIONS
Rock Church
FICTION
It appears to have been born from the rock, nestled in a natural granite niche. In this church, Wally meets Father Bertold.
It appears to have been born from the rock, nestled in a natural granite niche. In this church, Wally meets Father Bertold.
REALITY
The small chapel was built in 1872 by glacier workers as a token of gratitude for surviving danger. To this day, it remains a symbol of faith, humility, and survival in the harsh high mountain world.
The small chapel was built in 1872 by glacier workers as a token of gratitude for surviving danger. To this day, it remains a symbol of faith, humility, and survival in the harsh high mountain world.
Village
FICTION
The nearest village in the Lech Valley. A hub and venue for social life.
The nearest village in the Lech Valley. A hub and venue for social life.
REALITY
An almost untouched alpine village at an altitude of 1,700 meters—surrounded by glaciers, waterfalls, and the majestic backdrop of the Großvenediger.
An almost untouched alpine village at an altitude of 1,700 meters—surrounded by glaciers, waterfalls, and the majestic backdrop of the Großvenediger.
Parlor
FICTION
The home of the Stromminger family and Wally.
The home of the Stromminger family and Wally.
REALITY
Tyrolean Farmhouse, faithfully reconstructed.
Tyrolean Farmhouse, faithfully reconstructed.
High Alpine Pasture
FICTION
Wally is banished to the high alpine pastures in order to find herself.
Wally is banished to the high alpine pastures in order to find herself.
REALITY
Abandoned shepherd's hut in the Voldertal valley near Wattens.
Abandoned shepherd's hut in the Voldertal valley near Wattens.
Innsbruck
FICTION
The state capital was a lifelong goal for Wally and a place full of possibilities.
The state capital was a lifelong goal for Wally and a place full of possibilities.
REALITY
Anna Stainer-Knittel moved to Innsbruck, where she ran a souvenir shop and studio in the Maria-Theresien-Straße with her husband, Engelbert Stainer.
Anna Stainer-Knittel moved to Innsbruck, where she ran a souvenir shop and studio in the Maria-Theresien-Straße with her husband, Engelbert Stainer.
Bridge
FICTION
Narrow passage and river crossing for horses and carriages.
Narrow passage and river crossing for horses and carriages.
REALITY
Bridge in Kundl.
Bridge in Kundl.
Forest
FICTION
Wild beauty and quiet mysticism come together, providing a stage for nature, legends, and living tradition. It is a place that breathes—rough, protective, and full of stories.
Wild beauty and quiet mysticism come together, providing a stage for nature, legends, and living tradition. It is a place that breathes—rough, protective, and full of stories.
REALITY
During Anna Stainer-Knittel's lifetime, the Tyrolean countryside was still largely untouched, and people lived in harmony with the rhythms of the mountains, forests, and seasons.
During Anna Stainer-Knittel's lifetime, the Tyrolean countryside was still largely untouched, and people lived in harmony with the rhythms of the mountains, forests, and seasons.
Mountains & Sky
FICTION
The rock face is the natural habitat of the golden eagle Ranja, and Wally has a very special connection to it.
The rock face is the natural habitat of the golden eagle Ranja, and Wally has a very special connection to it.
REALITY
The Saxerwand in the Lech Valley was considered a breeding ground for Tyrolean golden eagles. They were hunted to protect sheep and lambs.
The Saxerwand in the Lech Valley was considered a breeding ground for Tyrolean golden eagles. They were hunted to protect sheep and lambs.