The Forest for the Trees (2004)

The Forest for the Trees (2004) poster

As an awkward idealistic high school teacher begins her first job in the city, things turn out to be much tougher than she had imagined.

Director: Maren Ade
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 81 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Nellis Du Biel, Ina Siefert
Cinematography: Nikolai von Graevenitz
Editing: Heike Parplies
Production: Filmförderung Baden-Württemberg (MFG), Komplizen Film, Rat Pack Filmproduktion, Hochschule für Gestaltung Karlsruhe, KaufmannWöbke GbR, SWR, ARD, Hochschule für Fernsehen und Film München
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de

Themes

Political Satire and Social Critique, Teacher-Student Relationship, School Life and Youth

Keywords

mockery, failure, idealist, teacher, betrayal by friend, woman director

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Forest for the Trees about?
As an awkward idealistic high school teacher begins her first job in the city, things turn out to be much tougher than she had imagined.
Who directed The Forest for the Trees?
The Forest for the Trees was directed by Maren Ade.
Who stars in The Forest for the Trees?
The Forest for the Trees stars Eva Löbau, Daniela Holtz, Jan Neumann, Ilona Schulz, Robert Schupp, Heinz Röser-Dümmig.
How long is The Forest for the Trees?
The Forest for the Trees has a runtime of 1h 21m (81 minutes).
What genre is The Forest for the Trees?
The Forest for the Trees is a Comedy, Drama film.
Where was The Forest for the Trees produced?
The Forest for the Trees was produced in Germany.
What are the themes of The Forest for the Trees?
The themes of The Forest for the Trees include: Political Satire and Social Critique, Teacher-Student Relationship, School Life and Youth.