Shifting the Blame (2012)
In a project with the concept of open-prison, Benjamin is given the unique chance of a new beginning. As one of seven juvenile offenders he should adopt social skills and experience security in a family-like community. But when he meets his house-mother Eva, he is shocked. She was one of his victims, but cannot recognize him because he was hidden by a mask. His brutal assault on her was never resolved. Ben does his best not to attract attention. But Eva's suspicion is aroused.
Director: Lars-Gunnar Lotz
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 93 min
Release Date: January 19, 2012
Cast
- Edin Hasanović - Benjamin
- Julia Brendler - Eva
- Marc Ben Puch - Niklas
- Pit Bukowski - Tobias
- Natalia Rudziewicz - Mariana
- Alexander Becht - Steffen
Screenplay
- Lars-Gunnar Lotz (Story)
- Anna Prassler (Story)
- Anna Prassler
Production: Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Lars-Gunnar Lotz
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Shifting the Blame about?
- In a project with the concept of open-prison, Benjamin is given the unique chance of a new beginning. As one of seven juvenile offenders he should adopt social skills and experience security in a family-like community. But when he meets his house-mother Eva, he is shocked. She was one of his victims, but cannot recognize him because he was hidden by a mask. His brutal assault on her was never resolved. Ben does his best not to attract attention. But Eva's suspicion is aroused.
- Who directed Shifting the Blame?
- Shifting the Blame was directed by Lars-Gunnar Lotz.
- Who stars in Shifting the Blame?
- Shifting the Blame stars Edin Hasanović, Julia Brendler, Marc Ben Puch, Pit Bukowski, Natalia Rudziewicz, Alexander Becht.
- How long is Shifting the Blame?
- Shifting the Blame has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
- What genre is Shifting the Blame?
- Shifting the Blame is a Drama film.
- Where was Shifting the Blame produced?
- Shifting the Blame was produced in Germany.