A DAY OFF
... the big discovery among the German premieres in Hof. The dialogues are authentically drawn from real life, and the fact that they don’t sound completely relaxed is entirely intentional. The actors’ performances, too, are precisely tailored to reflect real life.Süddeutsche Zeitung
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Temporary Release—that’s eight hours of respite from daily prison life. Inmates who are about to be released are allowed to take a trip outside the prison walls, accompanied by a volunteer mentor. In three tragicomic episodes, the film tells the story of unlikely pairings. Student Gregor finds himself dealing with the unruly Dennis.
Claudia, a do-gooder, has invited her protégé Bruno to her home for the first time after several years of mentoring him.
During a visit to a shelter for men in need, con artist Wolfgang is confronted for the first time with the reality of the future that awaits him. A day when high expectations collide with a limited reality. The return to “normal” life proves to be a greater challenge than expected.
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A brave new films. production in collaboration with HFF Munich, funded by Association of Friends and Sponsors HFF Munich
A quirky, refreshingly funny narrative film ...Der Tagesspiegel
