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Du und ich und Klein-Paris
When Angelika moves to Leipzig, she is forced to rent a room at Mrs. Häublein’s for a start, since her parents will not follow until a few months later. Fellow tenant Thomas, a philosophy student, is not at all enthused about his new, pretty housemate. Because of Angelika he has to move into a smaller room. Furthermore, he is annoyed at her many male acquaintances, without sensing that his aggression might be prompted by jealousy. When Angelika’s father comes for a visit, he asks Thomas to keep an eye on his daughter. Thomas takes this assignment very seriously and finally realizes that he has fallen in love with Angelika.
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Plot Summary
A young Jewish man living in Munich struggles with his identity and his relationships, particularly with his Gentile girlfriend. He grapples with the lingering trauma of the Holocaust and the expectations placed upon him by his family and the society around him. The film explores themes of assimilation, memory, and the search for belonging in post-war Germany.
Critical Reception
This film was critically acclaimed for its sensitive portrayal of post-war German-Jewish identity and its nuanced exploration of trauma. It was praised for its thoughtful direction and strong performances, particularly by Mario Adorf.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its introspective and poignant examination of identity.
Hailed for its sensitive handling of difficult historical themes.
Mario Adorf's performance was widely regarded as a highlight.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Golden Bear at the 1971 Berlin International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Peter Lilienthal's film was part of a wave of German cinema in the late 1960s and early 1970s that began to confront Germany's Nazi past more directly.
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