Agnes and His Brothers

Agnes and His Brothers

2004 · 111 min · DE · 6.0 (28 votes)
Dir. Oskar Roehler · Starring Martin Weiß, Moritz Bleibtreu, Herbert Knaup, Katja Riemann, Tom Schilling, Vadim Glowna · Music Martin Todsharow
Drama

Focuses on three very different siblings, all searching for happiness. Hans-Jörg is a sex addicted librarian, who is interested in young students. Werner is a successful politician with a dysfunctional family. Agnes, a trans woman, works as a table dancer in a night club. The three brothers just have one thing in common: their longing for a happy life.

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A deeply human exploration of flawed lives searching for connection. It feels intimate and often uncomfortable, yet holds a quiet dignity. The film lingers, reflecting on the complexities of desire and belonging.

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