Coming Out

Coming Out

1989 · 113 min · DE · 6.6 (49 votes)
Dir. Heiner Carow · Starring Matthias Freihof, Dagmar Manzel, Dirk Kummer, Michael Gwisdek, Werner Dissel, Gudrun Ritter · Music Stefan Carow

“In the end, you have to follow your heart.”

DramaRomance

Philipp, a closeted teacher, is dating a female colleague to keep up appearances. One night he stumbles into a gay bar and falls for a man. Transformed by this love, he is no longer afraid to face up to who he is.

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A quiet, introspective drama about the struggle for self-discovery. It feels tender and hopeful, exploring the weight of societal expectations against the burgeoning power of true love. A deeply personal journey of acceptance.

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