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Blindflug

2007Movie0German

Rainer has everything he needs to be happy: a great job, a gorgeous wife and a designer apartment. And tonight, he absolutely wants to have a baby, which is bound to be great. Except that his partner would have liked to talk about it first. Lotte is feeling more and more the need to get some fresh air and take stock. She rushes off to the airport with the idea of getting away for a few days. At the airport bar, she meets Henrik, who has decided to change his life after the death of his wife and is about to leave for Australia...

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Ben von der HeijdenGenres: Drama, Short

Plot Summary

Blindflug tells the story of a young man who is struggling with his identity and his relationships. He finds himself caught between two worlds: the traditional values of his family and the modern influences of his peers. As he navigates these conflicting forces, he begins to question everything he thought he knew about himself and his place in the world.

Critical Reception

Blindflug received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its sensitive portrayal of adolescent struggles and its authentic dialogue, while others found its pacing to be slow and its themes to be somewhat underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional depth and relatable characters.
  • Criticized for its deliberate pacing and lack of a strong narrative arc.
  • Noted for its honest exploration of identity and familial expectations.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on a low budget with a cast and crew composed primarily of friends and family of the director.

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