Wetlands

Helen, a rebellious teenager, engages in explicit sexual and bodily fluid exploration, seeking to shock her estranged father and his new girlfriend. Her increasingly extreme behavior, including deliberate neglect of personal hygiene and consumption of her own bodily waste, pushes the boundaries of societal norms. This provocative journey is driven by a desire to provoke a reaction and reconnect with her father on her own terms.

Wetlands was met with polarized reactions, largely due to its explicit and often shocking content. While some critics praised its raw honesty, bold exploration of female sexuality, and Juri's fearless performance, others found it gratuitous, offensive, and stylistically overbearing. The film garnered significant attention for its boundary-pushing themes and visual depiction of bodily functions.

• A provocative and unflinching look at adolescent sexuality and bodily exploration.

• Carla Juri delivers a memorable and daring performance at the film's core.

• The film's explicit nature proved divisive, challenging audiences with its raw depiction of taboo subjects.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film daring and thought-provoking, with many appreciating its unconventional approach to themes of sexuality and coming-of-age. Some viewers expressed reservations about the explicit content, but the majority acknowledged the film's artistic ambition and the strength of the lead performance.

Nominated for multiple awards including the German Film Awards (Lola) for Best Actress (Carla Juri) and Best Screenplay. It also won the Audience Award at the Warsaw International Film Festival.

The film is based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Charlotte Roche, which itself caused considerable controversy upon its release in Germany.