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Bent or Broken

Nov 14, 1975 · 1h 35m
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A darkly comedic exploration of personal struggle and societal pressure, we follow the story of a middle-aged man named Max, who is trapped in a life of monotony and frustration. After a series of unexpected events, Max finds himself in increasingly absurd and challenging situations, forcing him to confront his own limitations and fears. With sharp humor and a critique of societal expectations, the film delves into the pressures that shape our lives and the lengths we go to in order to break free from them. A poignant yet quirky tale about bending to life's demands or breaking under the weight of it all.

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CAST

Christine Kaufmann
Lisa Kreuzer
Harry Baer
Käte Jaenicke
Hanns Zischler
Gert Haucke
Heinz Meier
Martin Rosen
Directed by Hartmut Bitomsky

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Big Sky Film, Süddeutscher Rundfunk
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