Monika (2011)
Monika, 20, nearsighted and dependent on her family, fails a risky eye laser operation and loses her sight. Her mother, Birgit, overwhelmed, places her in a municipal home for the blind, where Monika receives proper care and overcomes depression. With newfound strength, she seeks independence, which displeases Birgit. Monika enrols in a physical therapy apprenticeship, finding a new connection to the world and balancing disability with autonomy.
Director: Christian Werner
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 53 min
Release Date: January 20, 2011
Cast
- Rosalie Thomass - Monika
- Margarita Broich - Birgit
- Uwe Steimle - Augenarzt
- Jörg Thieme - Physiotherapeut
- Anna Blomeier
- Peter Schneider
- Hajo Tuschy
Screenplay
Music: Maik Oehme
Cinematography: Katharina Bühler
Editing: Helmar Jungmann
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Christian Werner
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Monika about?
- Monika, 20, nearsighted and dependent on her family, fails a risky eye laser operation and loses her sight. Her mother, Birgit, overwhelmed, places her in a municipal home for the blind, where Monika receives proper care and overcomes depression. With newfound strength, she seeks independence, which displeases Birgit. Monika enrols in a physical therapy apprenticeship, finding a new connection to the world and balancing disability with autonomy.
- Who directed Monika?
- Monika was directed by Christian Werner.
- Who stars in Monika?
- Monika stars Rosalie Thomass, Margarita Broich, Uwe Steimle, Jörg Thieme, Anna Blomeier, Peter Schneider.
- How long is Monika?
- Monika has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
- What genre is Monika?
- Monika is a Drama film.
- Where was Monika produced?
- Monika was produced in Germany.