Direction: Andreas Dresen
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Andreas Dresen. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 16
Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Milan Peschel · Steffi Kühnert · Talisa Lilly Lemke · Mika Seidel
Synopsis Stopped on Track (2011) follows the poignant journey of a man who receives devastating news from his doctor, revealing that his days are limited. Struggling with the harsh reality, he grapples with existential questions: "Why me? Why now?" As he...
6.8
306 votes
6.8
306 votes
Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Myriam Abbas · Dominique Horwitz · Oliver Breite · Susanne Bormann
Synopsis Night Shapes (1999) unfolds during a tumultuous night in Berlin when the Pope's visit disrupts the lives of various city dwellers. From the destitute to the affluent, from law enforcement to street youth and cab drivers, each character embarks on...
6.6
59 votes
6.6
59 votes
Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Steffi Kühnert · Gabriela Maria Schmeide · Thorsten Merten · Axel Prahl
Synopsis Grill Point (2002) follows the lives of two couples in their late 30s residing in the quaint German town of Frankfurt-Oder, situated near the Polish border. This character-driven comedy-drama, directed by Andreas Dresen, delves into the daily challenges these individuals...
6.5
127 votes
6.5
127 votes
Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Henry Hübchen · Corinna Harfouch · Sylvester Groth · Markus Hering
Synopsis Whisky & Vodka (2009) begins with a swift journey through a film set, which slowly transforms into a satirical exploration of the lives of those in the film industry. Otto (Henry Hübchen), often referred to as Germany's own Oscar Wilde,...
6.2
28 votes
6.2
28 votes
Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Bjarne Mädel · Alexander Scheer · Milan Peschel · Peter Schneider
Synopsis Gundermann (2018) follows the compelling true narrative of Gerhard Gundermann, a renowned rock musician and lyricist from East Germany. The film delves into his multifaceted life, exploring his passion for music, his demanding job as a coal miner, and his...
6.2
34 votes
6.2
34 votes
Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Ursula Werner · Horst Rehberg · Horst Westphal · Steffi Kühnert
Synopsis Cloud Nine (Cloud 9) (2008) is a poignant romantic drama that delves into the life of a woman who, after three decades of marriage, finds herself entangled in an unexpected and passionate affair. The narrative explores the complexities of love,...
6.2
616 votes
6.2
616 votes
Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Inka Friedrich · Nadja Uhl · Andreas Schmidt · Stefanie Schönfeld
Synopsis Summer in Berlin (2005) unfolds during a scorching summer in the vibrant city of Berlin. The narrative intertwines the lives of several characters, each grappling with the complexities of love and relationships. Nike, who enjoys the view from her balcony,...
6.2
2K votes
6.2
2K votes
Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Meltem Kaptan · Alexander Scheer · Charly Hübner · Nazmî Kirik
Synopsis Rabiye Kurnaz vs. George W. Bush (2022) follows the extraordinary journey of Rabiye Kurnaz, a seemingly ordinary woman with an extraordinary spirit. Balancing her family and household in Bremen, Germany, her life takes a dramatic turn when her son Murat...
5.8
138 votes
5.8
138 votes
Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Merlin Rose · Julius Nitschkoff · Joel Basman · Marcel Heuperman
Synopsis As We Were Dreaming (2015) unfolds in the Leipzig suburbs shortly after the fall of East Germany, where four friends—Rico, Daniel, Paul, and Mark—navigate the tumultuous landscape of a newly unified country. Having recently shed their roles as Pioneers, the...
5.6
74 votes
5.6
74 votes
Denk ich an Deutschland - Herr Wichmann von der CDU
2003 · Documentary · 80 min. · Germany
Direction Andreas Dresen
Synopsis Denk ich an Deutschland - Herr Wichmann von der CDU (2003) is a compelling documentary that delves into the political journey of a conservative contender vying for a seat in the German parliament. The narrative unfolds in an electoral district...
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Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Axel Prahl · Inka Friedrich · Anne Ratte-Polle · Dagmar Manzel
Synopsis Willenbrock (2005) follows the story of Bernd Willenbrock, a prosperous car dealer in Magdeburg, East Germany, who has thrived in the post-communist era. His life is marked by material success, including a loving wife, a beautiful home, a swift car,...
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Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Thorsten Merten · Jeannette Arndt · Kurt Böwe · Hans-Uwe Bauer
Synopsis Silent Country (1992) follows the journey of Kai, a young and eager theater director who arrives in a dreary small town with the ambition to stage Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot." Despite the lack of enthusiasm from the local theater...
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Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Susanne Bormann · Fabián Busch · Otto Mellies · Christel Peters
Synopsis Changing Skins (TV) (1997) is a gripping television film that draws inspiration from the real-life events involving West German terrorists. The narrative revolves around two students who take drastic measures by seizing a teacher as a hostage within the confines...
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Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Gabriela Maria Schmeide · Axel Prahl · Paul Grubba
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Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Liv Lisa Fries · Johannes Hegemann · Lisa Wagner · Alexander Scheer
Synopsis From Hilde with Love (2024) is set in Berlin, 1942, where an unassuming woman named Hilde gradually becomes an integral part of the resistance group later known as the 'Red Orchestra'. As she navigates the perilous world of espionage, Hilde...
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Direction Andreas Dresen
Cast Arved Friese · Justus von Dohnanyi · Axel Prahl · Charly Hübner
Synopsis Timm Thaler oder das verkaufte Lachen (2017) follows the tale of a young boy who, enticed by the devil, trades his laughter for guaranteed victories in all his wagers. The narrative unfolds as the boy embarks on a journey following...
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