Zugvögel (2022)

Don't fear big steps. They're the best.

Zugvögel (2022) poster

His mother's upcoming funeral prompts Simon, a modest twenty-something, to invite his friends whom he hasn't seen in years. During their school days, this clique was inseparable, but then life pushed them in different directions: Lena and Tim are trying to reconcile their jobs as architect and teacher with the big question of family planning, Lars is an unsuccessful and sarcastic actor, Max is a successful lawyer who is having his first relationship experience, and Hannah, Simon's great love from school days, is in the middle of preparing her wedding. Soon, old secrets and new challenges arise and the clique has to navigate a alcohol-fueled night and learn what it means to live.

Director: Johannes Buchholz
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 93 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Jakob Wüllner, Jonas Wüllner
Cinematography: Quentin Federau
Editing: Johannes Buchholz
Production: KiwiFilm
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de

Themes

Battle with Depression and Hope, Childhood Friends Reunited After Years, Profound Sadness and Tears, Quiet Resignation to Fate, Profound Melancholy and Autumn Mood

Keywords

friendship, sadness, love, twenty something

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zugvögel about?
His mother's upcoming funeral prompts Simon, a modest twenty-something, to invite his friends whom he hasn't seen in years. During their school days, this clique was inseparable, but then life pushed them in different directions: Lena and Tim are trying to reconcile their jobs as architect and teacher with the big question of family planning, Lars is an unsuccessful and sarcastic actor, Max is a successful lawyer who is having his first relationship experience, and Hannah, Simon's great love from school days, is in the middle of preparing her wedding. Soon, old secrets and new challenges arise and the clique has to navigate a alcohol-fueled night and learn what it means to live.
Who directed Zugvögel?
Zugvögel was directed by Johannes Buchholz.
Who stars in Zugvögel?
Zugvögel stars Felix Geiwagner, Frank Kleineberg, Alicja Rosinski, Kevin Wilke, Jakob Wüllner, Romina Zechmann.
How long is Zugvögel?
Zugvögel has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
What genre is Zugvögel?
Zugvögel is a Drama, Comedy film.
Where was Zugvögel produced?
Zugvögel was produced in Germany.
What are the themes of Zugvögel?
The themes of Zugvögel include: Battle with Depression and Hope, Childhood Friends Reunited After Years, Profound Sadness and Tears, Quiet Resignation to Fate, Profound Melancholy and Autumn Mood.