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Berlin International Film Festival · 2021

Berlin International Film Festival 2021

Perspektive Deutches Kino

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2 films · 2 reviews

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Instructions For Survival

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The rather conventional structure of Yana Ugrekhelidze's film, which follows the couple over several years, serves to highlight the ordinariness of its subjects and the Kafkaesque nature of the invisible prison woven around them.

Jennie Kermode · 3.5 out of 5
Alexander's transgender identity means he is obliged to lead a life of secrecy in his home country.

(Country: Germany; Year: 2021; Director: Yana Ugrekhelidze; Writer: Yana Ugrekhelidze)

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Jesus Egon Christ

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The simple narrative is less important than the Vajdas' scrutiny of the psychology and complex nature of addiction, with Arámbula's performance magnetic in its vulnerability.

Amber Wilkinson · 3.5 out of 5
An addict struggles with his mental health in a makeshift religious rehab centre.

(Country: Germany; Year: 2021; Director: David Vajda, Sasa Vajda; Writer: David Vajda, Sasa Vajda; Stars: Paul Arámbula, Sascha Alexander Gersak, Angelo Martone, Zora Schemm, Benjamin Stein, Roxanna Stewens)

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