Veronika Voss is a fading movie star in post-World War II Germany. She becomes involved with a journalist and a female doctor, but her self-destructive behavior, drug addiction, and depressive state lead to her tragic end.
Beyond Silence is a heartfelt drama that follows the story of a deaf-mute girl named Lara who discovers her passion for music and strives to become a professional clarinetist despite the challenges she faces. Set in Berlin, Germany, Lara's journey is intertwined with themes of loss, love, hope, and the struggle of becoming an adult. The plot highlights her experiences at a conservatory, her relationships with her family members, and her determination to overcome obstacles. Through the power of sign language and her unwavering desire, Lara embarks on a path that shows the strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of music.
Rosenstrasse is a historical drama set in 1943 Berlin, during the time of Nazi Germany. It follows the story of a group of women who gather in front of a building on Rosenstrasse to protest against the deportation of their Jewish husbands. The film highlights the strength of these women as they fight against anti-Semitism and the Nazi regime, showcasing the power of unity and courage.
Marianne and Juliane follows the lives of two sisters as they take opposite paths amidst the political unrest of 1970s Germany. Marianne embraces activism and becomes involved with a leftist radical group, while Juliane, a journalist, struggles to reconcile her political beliefs and personal relationships. The film delves into the complexities of feminism, terrorism, and family dynamics.
After the Truth is a gripping crime drama set in post-World War II Germany. The film follows a lawyer who embarks on a mission to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of a notorious war criminal. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers shocking secrets and faces extraordinary challenges. With themes of justice, redemption, and the consequences of war, After the Truth is a thought-provoking thriller that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.
Documentary about the shooting of BOURBON STREET BLUES.
The main characters in this film are wives of rich men who have nothing to do because they have staff – like the cook, the maid, the hairdresser, the manicurist, the governess, the teacher, the tailor etc. – who work for them. Naturally, the wives themselves do not pursue careers, they depend on their husbands’ money. This is why most of their thoughts revolve around the husband. And because the husband only appears as “the” man, there is no man in this film. All women fight for the same man. Those who have one, want to keep him no matter what. And those who do not have one yet only have one goal: To take away somebody else’s husband.
The relationship between journalist Nina and her mother Eva has always been tense. One day Nina is supposed to be interviewing Richard Gere in Budapest. Her friend Flora and her mother Eva accompany her there. Flora succeeds in defusing the tensions between mother and daughter. Then Eva is suddenly admitted to the hospital. Nina's visit to her mother's sickbed is moving for both women.
Eine Frau ohne Bedeutung follows the story of an ordinary woman who discovers the true meaning of her existence through a series of comical and dramatic events. This foreign-language adaptation, based on a play, explores themes of love, self-discovery, and societal expectations.
Alte Kameraden is a drama movie released in 1969.
Die Geschichte von Joel Brand is a drama movie that tells the true story of Joel Brand, a Hungarian Jew who made efforts to save Jews during the Holocaust.
Vor Sonnenuntergang is a drama movie released in 1970. It is based on a play and explores the themes of morality and family dynamics. The story revolves around the patriarch of a wealthy family who is facing his own mortality and the conflicts that arise within the family as a result.
In Lemgo 89 is a captivating drama that takes place in the small town of Lemgo during the year 1989. The film follows the lives of a group of individuals who are facing personal struggles and societal changes during this turbulent time. As they navigate love, loss, and political unrest, their lives intertwine in unexpected ways.
"The ancestors heritage" - The Ahnenerbe was a scientific institute in the Third Reich dedicated to research the archaeological and cultural history of the Aryan Race. The films deals with trials against the guilty ones of this part of the Holocaust.
The history of a family, in the film business now for three generations, behind and in front of the camera. The film is not only a foray through the history of this remarkable family, but also through the history of German film and contemporary history as well.