25 Oct 2001
Life as a House
When a man is diagnosed with terminal cancer, he takes custody of his misanthropic teenage son, for whom quality time means getting high, engaging in small-time prostitution, and avoiding his father.
The Kiss of the Grasshopper
In a magic realistic world, troubled young Bernard seeks the closeness of his father Carlos, who refuses a life-saving operation. His approaching death causes Bernard to reevaluate his environment and himself.
Top Billed Cast
Lenn Kudrjawizki Bernard
Sophie Mousel Agata
Doina Komissarov Judith
Viola Neumann Dr. Prof. Wolke
Hanin Al-Jaar Aziza
Michael Hanemann Carlos
Al Ginter Policeman
Philipp M. Franck Policeman
Holger Stolz Frank
Marc Fischer Redakteur
Felix Schnabel Wallos
Aiken-Stretje Andresen Nurse
Frank Bramkamp Swinger
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