The film was shot on the "Kölnberg" high-rise complex in Cologne-Meschenich, which is considered a social hotspot. Hanno Olderdissens's graduation film from the International Film School Cologne was awarded more than ten prizes internationally. Robin is eight when his mother Sabine becomes pregnant again. Because Sabine is overwhelmed with child, new boyfriend and pregnancy, Robin has to go to a foster home. When he returns after three months, the situation has not improved at all. The mother's new boyfriend drinks, the little sister screams and the adults fight constantly. Then the woman from the youth welfare office is at the door, Robin is alone at home and his sister begins to cry... "An important theme, a great little actor, a strong impact - an outstanding graduation film." (Jury: First Steps Award)
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21min
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This dark drama is told from the point of view of 8-year-old Robin, who returns to his family after a stay at home.
The film was shot on the "Kölnberg" high-rise complex in Cologne-Meschenich, which is considered a social hotspot.
Hanno Olderdissens's graduation film from the International Film School Cologne was awarded more than ten prizes internationally.
Robin is eight when his mother Sabine becomes pregnant again. Because Sabine is overwhelmed with child, new boyfriend and pregnancy, Robin has to go to a foster home. When he returns after three months, the situation has not improved at all. The mother's new boyfriend drinks, the little sister screams and the adults fight constantly. Then the woman from the youth welfare office is at the door, Robin is alone at home and his sister begins to cry...
"An important theme, a great little actor, a strong impact - an outstanding graduation film." (Jury: First Steps Award)