Bitter

Anoush was born in Iran but has lived in Germany since her parents emigrated. Shortly before graduation, she is thinking about her future, while her father still seems to be living in the past.

EXIT

A dark room. A flickering candle. A sudden explosion. And only one way out.

The Storm in Her Heart

Bo Dong

Tianyue visits places from her childhood with her father before moving in with her mother. She develops confusing sexual feelings for one of her father’s business partners, but these are soon exploited. The screening will be accompanied by Annelie Dunand, director of the Sozial-Therapeutisches Institut Berlin-Brandenburg (STIBB e. V.).

High Diver

Turmspringer

Two childhood friends compete against each other in a high diving competition. Confronted with their past friendship, they must ask themselves: Is victory more important than friendship?

Dead Period

Two young, talented basketball players find themselves in a competition: Who is the better player, and what role should they play on the team? Naturally, they settle their differences on the court.

Gloria

Gloria’s granddaughter no longer fits into the Chulapa costume she wants to wear for the celebrations in San Isidro. Without hesitation, Gloria offers her own dress – and takes the opportunity to feel young again.