Movies and TvShows featuring "german-literature-on-screen" theme.

Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, born with a superior olfactory sense, creates the world's finest perfume. His work, however, takes a dark turn as he searches for the ultimate scent. After a series of murders and capturing the scents of beautiful young girls, Grenouille is captured and sentenced to death. On the day of his execution, he applies a drop of his perfume, which causes everyone to fall into a massive orgy, declaring Grenouille innocent. Disenchanted with his aimless quest, Grenouille returns to Paris, where he is devoured by the crowd who believes him to be an angel.

The Tin Drum is a drama set in Germany during the time of World War II. It follows the story of Oskar Matzerath, a boy who decides to stop growing at the age of three. Against the backdrop of Nazi Germany, Oskar witnesses the rise of fascism and deals with personal turmoil, including infidelity, murder, and his own unique abilities.

The Little Witch follows the adventures of a young witch as she tries to prove herself and become a full-fledged witch. With the guidance of her wise Aunt, she must navigate the challenges of magic, facing bullies, and learning important lessons along the way.

My Blind Date with Life is a biographical comedy-drama film that tells the story of a visually impaired man who overcomes adversity and deception to find love and success. The protagonist, Saliya Kahawatte, dreams of working in a luxurious hotel and embarks on an apprenticeship, all while hiding his disability. With the support of his friends and perseverance, he manages to secure a job in a top hotel and goes on a blind date, revealing his true self to his date. The film explores themes of trust, overcoming adversity, and living a lie.

The Fabulous Baron Munchausen follows the titular character as he regales people with incredible stories and embarks on extraordinary adventures. From riding a cannonball to the moon to battling a giant fish, the baron's tales are filled with wonder and excitement. Along the way, he encounters a sultan, a princess, and a beauty known as the rose. With a mixture of animation and live-action sequences, this film brings to life the fantastical world of the baron.

Blancanieves is a tragic drama set in 1920s Andalusia, Spain. It is a modern retelling of the Snow White fairytale, following the story of a young girl named Carmen who becomes a bullfighter. The film explores themes of love, tragedy, and the struggle for independence.

In 17th century Germany, during the Thirty Years' War, a young boy named Krabat becomes an apprentice to a sorcerer who operates a mill. Krabat discovers that the mill is a front for black magic rituals and must navigate a world of danger and dark secrets. Based on the novel of the same name, Krabat is a gripping tale of friendship, loss, and the struggle between good and evil.

Berlin Alexanderplatz follows a 30-year-old man, who after being released from prison, gets involved with a refugee, a prostitute, and a drug dealer. As he navigates the complexities of illegal immigration and the Berlin underworld, he becomes an unreliable narrator of his own story.

The Little Ghost is a fantasy movie based on the novel. It tells the story of a young boy who encounters a friendly ghost and together they embark on a series of mischievous adventures. The boy learns valuable lessons about friendship, bravery, and the consequences of his actions. Along the way, they also uncover a secret involving theft, punishment, and contraband. The movie is a charming adaptation of the popular German children's literature, filled with magic, excitement, and heartwarming moments.

Jeder stibt für sich allein is a German television miniseries produced by DEFA in the former German Democratic Republic. The story was adapted from the Hans Fallada novel, Every Man Dies Alone, known in the UK as Alone in Berlin. It was directed by Hans-Joachim Kasprzik and starred Erwin Geschonneck.

When two mischievous brothers accidentally release the evil magician, Robber Hotzenplotz, they must embark on a wild adventure to stop his wicked plans. With the help of a magical carpet and their clever tricks, the brothers must outsmart the robber and save their grandmother from his clutches.

Narcissus and Goldmund tells the story of a young man named Goldmund, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and artistic expression. Set in the Middle Ages, Goldmund leaves the confines of a monastery and explores the world, encountering various characters and experiences along the way. His encounters with Narcissus, a scholar and monk, spark a deep friendship and bring out hidden desires and tensions. The story explores themes of identity, sexuality, and the search for meaning.

Hunting Scenes from Bavaria is a drama set in a German village, focusing on the lives of social outcasts and exploring themes of community. The story follows the lives of various characters, including a crying baby, a priest, a teenage boy, an old woman, and a worker on a pig farm. Rumors begin to spread throughout the village, sparking conflicts and revealing deep-seated tensions. As the story unfolds, the characters confront their fears and confront the consequences of their actions.

Jacob, a man living in a Jewish ghetto during World War II, tells everyone that he has a radio and spreads false news of the war to give hope to the residents. However, when a real radio is found, Jacob must continue the charade to protect the lives of those in the ghetto.

Little Man, What Now? is a drama film set in 1930s central Europe, depicting the struggles of a couple facing poverty, unemployment, and betrayal. They navigate through a series of hardships and try to find hope in the midst of their dire circumstances.

September 1989 in the GDR. With the change of the general mood in the country, the life of 12-year-old FRITZI changes as well. Her best friend Sophie has fled with her mother through Hungary to West Germany and the only thing Fritzi has left is Sophie's little dog Sputnik. But Fritzi misses Sophie just as much as her little four-legged friend does. Therefore, she decides to bring Sputnik to Sophie. But there is only one way to get there: over the strictly guarded border. A very dangerous adventure for a 12-year-old girl and a small dog...

First adaptation of Hans Fallada's novel of the same name.