Herrenjahre

A quiet, sobering character study that traces a life of modest hopes slowly giving way to duty and loss.

Directed by

Axel Corti

Starring

Peter Simonischek, Josefin Platt, Lore Krainer

Overview

During his apprenticeship, Bruno Melzer is still full of hope that he will one day be able to escape the mediocrity of his life. But his dream of becoming the architect of his own fortune proves to be a fragile utopia: He marries a casual acquaintance while she is expecting his child. When his wife falls ill with cancer and dies years later, Melzer suddenly has to bear the responsibility of raising three children alone.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest and bleak. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Grief, parenthood, family, work

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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