Jan Fassbender

During WWII's crucial Battle of the Scheldt, the lives of a glider pilot, a Nazi soldier and a reluctant Resistance recruit tragically intersect.

Out of shame, pity and a longing for purpose, a young soldier feigns feelings for a disabled woman, even fueling her hope of walking again. But her growing distrust and his obsession with curing her create a frenetic spiral that drags everyone into misfortune.

On February 17, 1945, Oliver Würffell’s great-grandfather Friedrich wrote a letter to his fleeing family, one hour before he was executed by the Nazis for refusing to serve in the military. This is Friedrich’s farewell, as recounted by his son-in-law Ernst.

Karla doesn't have it easy as a newcomer at boarding school. Between bullying and exclusion, the 16-year-old is confronted with power struggles amongst teenagers. This adaptation of Rainer Maria Rilke's "Gym Class" shows Karla's attempt at dealing with these challenges.

A graduation ceremony in the country. One last evening before the future dawns. Ups and downs, escalations and reconciliations.

Ludwig (21) is about to be officially admitted into a German Studentenverbindung. To do so, he must first prove his honour by facing a fellow student in a sword duel. His long-standing friendship with Erik (25), his mentor and dean of the fraternity, is about to be shaken.