Adapted from Julia Franck's acclaimed bestselling novel, this historical drama set in 1920s and 30s Germany is a touching portrait of a young woman struggling with her identity.

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Featuring an all-star cast, including Nastassja Kinski and Albrecht Schuch, this moving ensemble drama set in nighttime Leipzig tells three stories about the impossibility of love in poetic vignettes.

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What if the person you love most suddenly becomes a stranger in your eyes? Factory worker Nadine seeks to revive her seven-year relationship in this social realist drama direct from the 2024 Berlinale.

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Two teenage pen pals in Leipzig and Strasbourg forge a friendship through letters and language exchange in this cross cultural coming-of-age drama direct from the Berlin International Film Festival.

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On a barren island in the cold of winter, a mother and son are forced to face each other and confront years of silence and misunderstandings in this atmospheric drama starring Maren Eggert.

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A young woman is drawn into the anti-Nazi resistance movement during World War II in this compelling historical drama and remarkable true story from multi award-winning director Andreas Dresen, starring an extraordinary Liv Lisa Fries.

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Festival favourite Frederick Lau delivers an outstanding performance in this deeply touching and distinctly authentic story set between Berlin’s famous bars and sober therapy rooms.

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Twelve years after he fled, a career criminal returns to Berlin in search of work in this slick crime thriller starring Mišel Matičević and Alexander Fehling, direct from the 2024 Berlin International Film Festival.

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Direct from the 2024 Berlinale, this touching drama starring Lena Dunham and Stephen Fry follows a music journalist and her Polish father, a Holocaust survivor, who set out on a tour of their family homeland.

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Documentary filmmaker Thomas von Steinaecker’s compelling work is a profile of Werner Herzog’s extraordinary life and work. Herzog’s eclectic filmography is examined through clips of his works and interviews with collaborators and admirers including Chloe Zhao, Wim Wenders, Nicole Kidman and Robert Pattinson.

Herzog’s 1972 existential odyssey follows a doomed 16th Century Spanish expedition searching for El Dorado in the Amazon. Led by the power-hungry Don Lope de Aguirre (played by Klaus Kinski), the journey becomes a descent into madness. The film, renowned for its cinematography, explores obsession, power, and human nature.

In a career best performance Klaus Kinski plays Brian Sweeney Fitzgerald, who is on an audacious quest to haul a steamship over a Peruvian mountain. Set against the backdrop of the lush, challenging Amazon jungle, the film’s notorious production mirrors the story’s themes of ambition, obsession, and the human spirit's confrontation with nature.

In this enigmatic and experimental piece of cinema, Herzog directed a cast who were reportedly hypnotised in order to deliver surreal performances, alongside mesmerizing visuals and a haunting score. Renowned for its dreamlike narrative, this drama unfolds in a Bavarian village facing the loss of a precious glassmaking secret, exploring themes of collective madness and cultural fragility.

Starring Klaus Kinski as Count Dracula, this haunting homage to the classic vampire tale follows Jonathan Harker’s perilous journey to Transylvania. Herzog's atmospheric visuals and Kinski's chilling performance combine to create a captivating and emotionally resonant adaptation of the iconic story.

Marking the 50th anniversary of this fascinating true story, Herzog’s film follows the story of Kaspar Hauser, a young man raised in isolation. Upon entering society, he grapples with language, human connections, and societal norms. The film, featuring Bruno S.'s compelling performance, explores the complexities of identity and the human condition.

Documentary filmmaker Thomas von Steinaecker’s compelling work is a profile of Werner Herzog’s extraordinary life and work. Herzog’s eclectic filmography is examined through clips of his works and interviews with collaborators and admirers including Chloe Zhao, Wim Wenders, Nicole Kidman and Robert Pattinson.

A young woman is drawn into the anti-Nazi resistance movement during World War II in this compelling historical drama and remarkable true story from multi award-winning director Andreas Dresen, starring an extraordinary Liv Lisa Fries.

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Two teenage pen pals in Leipzig and Strasbourg forge a friendship through letters and language exchange in this cross cultural coming-of-age drama direct from the Berlin International Film Festival.

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Direct from the 2024 Berlinale, this touching drama starring Lena Dunham and Stephen Fry follows a music journalist and her Polish father, a Holocaust survivor, who set out on a tour of their family homeland.

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In this unforgettable experience for all dog lovers big and small, famous Collie dog Lassie investigates the mysterious disappearances of several pedigree dogs, with the help of best friend Flo and new companions Henri, Kleo and little Pippa, a Jack Russell Terrier.

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Boredom at school? Not here, as the school day becomes a cinematic adventure in this imaginative tale following action fan nine-year-old Max, adapted from Sabrina J. Kirschner’s bestselling children’s book series.

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A skateboarding group of four teen girls faces unexpected challenges that put their friendship to the test when they enter a skating competition in the summer after graduating high school in this feel-good family film.

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A big-screen adaptation of Erich Kästner’s best-selling children’s and young adult's book, THE FLYING CLASSROOM is a thrilling and entertaining adventure featuring an outstanding cast of up-and-coming talent.

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Critically acclaimed, highly influential and the only East German film to be nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards, this 4K restoration of Jacob the Liar explores the power of hope amid despair. In this tragicomic drama, set in a Jewish ghetto in Nazi-occupied Poland, Jacob Heym spreads hope to fellow residents with fictional news.

Winning the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 1960, Serengeti Shall Not Die is a pioneering work in wildlife documentary filmmaking and remains a vital call for environmental and wildlife protection. Directed by father and son team Bernhard and Michael Grzimek, it vividly portrays Tanzania's Serengeti ecosystem, featuring the annual wildlife migration.

Directed by renowned filmmaker Rainer Werner Fassbinder, this drama follows Maria's life in post-WWII Germany as she navigates love, loss, and societal changes. Fassbinder's film, a part of the BRD Trilogy, is a poignant exploration of Germany's post-war reconstruction, marked by powerful performances and Fassbinder's distinctive style.

Boasting a standout performance by Sandra Hüller, Toni Erdmann explores the dysfunctional relationship between divorced music teacher Winfried and his corporate daughter Ines. Featuring a delightful blend of cringe comedy and German cinematic brilliance, the film remains an audience favourite since its acclaimed 2016 release, when it catapulted Sandra Hüller to international stardom.

A significant piece of East German film, the story revolves around the challenges faced by a group of construction workers as they attempt to create a new socialist society. Initially well-received, Trace of Stones was banned due to political reasons and not officially released until after the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Inspired by filmmaker Alexander Kluge's own short story, Yesterday Girl follows Anita G., a 22-year-old Jewish woman from the GDR, navigating the challenges of an inhospitable West Germany. It garnered widespread acclaim at the 1966 Venice Film Festival and is considered a seminal work in New German Cinema.

A rural policewoman who wants a divorce and to become a detective inspector in the city faces unforeseen challenges in this nuanced tragicomedy starring Birgit Minichmayr and set in a small Austrian town.

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What if the person you love most suddenly becomes a stranger in your eyes? Factory worker Nadine seeks to revive her seven-year relationship in this social realist drama direct from the 2024 Berlinale.

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Two teenage pen pals in Leipzig and Strasbourg forge a friendship through letters and language exchange in this cross cultural coming-of-age drama direct from the Berlin International Film Festival.

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A young woman is drawn into the anti-Nazi resistance movement during World War II in this compelling historical drama and remarkable true story from multi award-winning director Andreas Dresen, starring an extraordinary Liv Lisa Fries.

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Twelve years after he fled, a career criminal returns to Berlin in search of work in this slick crime thriller starring Mišel Matičević and Alexander Fehling, direct from the 2024 Berlin International Film Festival.

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Direct from the 2024 Berlinale, this touching drama starring Lena Dunham and Stephen Fry follows a music journalist and her Polish father, a Holocaust survivor, who set out on a tour of their family homeland.

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A rural policewoman who wants a divorce and to become a detective inspector in the city faces unforeseen challenges in this nuanced tragicomedy starring Birgit Minichmayr and set in a small Austrian town.

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Centred around the superb performance of Franz Rogowski, this historical drama focuses on a Swiss street performer who seeks justice upon losing his family due to a campaign to re-educate Yenish children on the cusp of WWII.

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Two teenage pen pals in Leipzig and Strasbourg forge a friendship through letters and language exchange in this cross cultural coming-of-age drama direct from the Berlin International Film Festival.

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