Sisi & I

2023 · 132 min · DE · 6.2 (54 votes)

Dir. Frauke Finsterwalder · Starring Susanne Wolff, Sandra Hüller, Tom Rhys Harries, Johanna Wokalek, Angela Winkler, Stefan Kurt · Music Michael Künstle

DramaHistory

After an elaborate application process, Empress Elisabeth of Austria hires Countess Irma as her new lady-in-waiting and takes her to her summer residence on Corfu. As the two women become closer there, this soon leads to tensions back in Vienna.

VIBE

This is a captivatingly satirical and reflective period drama, unfolding with a steady, intimate pace. It delves into complex power dynamics and female relationships with a visually opulent yet subtly absurd style. Expect a bold, unconventional take on historical figures, inviting critical contemplation.

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