Still Life


1h 18m 2011

Brief Synopsis

A young man named Bernhard discovers his father has been seeing a prostitute who he calls "Lydia." The name Lydia also happens to be the name of Bernhard's sister. This revelation leads to the disclosure of their father's long-secret obsession and forces the father to go into hiding. Bernhard is res

Film Details

Also Known As
Stillleben
Genre
Drama
Foreign
Release Date
2011
Distribution Company
Stadtkino Filmverleih

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 18m

Synopsis

A young man named Bernhard discovers his father has been seeing a prostitute who he calls "Lydia." The name Lydia also happens to be the name of Bernhard's sister. This revelation leads to the disclosure of their father's long-secret obsession and forces the father to go into hiding. Bernhard is resolved to find out whether or not his father ever acted on his fantasies, while his sister wants to sort out her own memories. Despite her uncertainties, their mother's reaction leaves no question as to what she thinks. Issues of shame and guilt break up the family unit, until the father comes to a radical answer.

Film Details

Also Known As
Stillleben
Genre
Drama
Foreign
Release Date
2011
Distribution Company
Stadtkino Filmverleih

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 18m

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