Absolution (2007 film)

Absolution is the final film directed by Markus Sehr and producer Moritz limit Bach at the international film school cologne from the year 2007 on Active euthanasia. The film was co-produced by the television channel ARTE. Additional co-producers are the FH Dortmund and the Pi film production.

Action

The suffering of his cancer-stricken wife has brought Thomas in a desperate situation. He calls upon the spiritual counselor Susanne and confesses that he has his wife released from their suffering. Susan is stunned. Especially when she realizes that she knew the woman.

Between Thomas and Susanne, a violent dispute over his act begins. From arguments are allegations. This Susanne has no idea that Thomas at the same time prepared a lethal drink. It was only when he overcomes his anger and Susanne can look into its core, the two make a step towards each other. "Can you forgive me? " Thomas wants to know.

In the end, both are faced with a decision that no matter how it turns out, can only ever be the wrong one.

Festivals

  • 2007: Hof International Film Festival 2007
  • 2007: Lünen Film Festival
  • 2008: 9 Landshut Short Film Festival
  • 2008: 20th Filmfest Dresden: national competition
  • 2008: 61st International Film Festival of Cannes

Awards

  • Absolution received from the Filmbewertungsstelle the predicate: valuable.
  • Nomination for the Studio Hamburg Newcomer Award 2008 in the category " Best Screenplay "
  • Nominations for the producer price in 2008 at the International Student Film Festival Sehsüchte Potsdam
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