Der Mann auf dem Baum
Der Mann auf dem Baum

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Der Mann auf dem Baum

2011
Movie
90 min
German

Divorced hotel employee Hans seems to have lost his son Moritz forever. His ex-wife Linda wants to emigrate to Denmark with him and her new boyfriend. Although he is a man, he no longer has any say in society, because men are, after all, evolution's discontinued models. And since feminism has long been institutionalized, society is becoming more and more feminine and he has fewer and fewer opportunities, he feels powerless and helpless against his ex's decision. So he decides to sit on the dancing lime tree in the middle of the market square to protest against all these injustices.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Helena HufnagelGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman, frustrated with her life and career, impulsively decides to climb a tree and refuse to come down. Her unusual protest garners attention and forces her to confront her own issues and the people around her.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its unique premise and a strong performance from its lead actress, though some critics found the narrative to be somewhat uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its quirky and original concept.

  • Theresa Lendl's performance as the protagonist was a highlight.

  • Some viewers found the pacing and resolution to be less satisfying.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film on Google is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was an independent production that gained some attention on the festival circuit before its release.

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