
An epic symphony of darkly funny family affairs directed by Matthias Glasner, set in Germany.
Tom (Lars Eidinger) is a busy conductor who neglects his aging parents while juggling work and a messy relationship with his ex. Meanwhile, Ellen (Lilith Stangenberg) fumbles through life as she struggles with alcohol, blackouts, and an affair.
Winner of Best Screenplay at the Berlin Film Festival and Best Film at the German Film Awards, The film offers a sharp, witty portrayal of a family unravelling in the face of chaos.
Flashing Light Warning: Please note this film contains flashing lights and may affect viewers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.
Content warning: Please note this film includes references to self-harm and suicide, as well as bloody imagery.
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Release year: 2024
Country: Germany
Director: Matthias Glasner
Runtime: 3hrs 2mins
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Cinema 2
Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue.
Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS
Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.
We’ve plenty of places for you to relax and replenish, from coffee and cake to wood-fired pizzas and full pre-theatre menus
Access
Cinemas 2 & 3 are located at Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican Centre’s main Silk Street entrance. There are a couple of steep, dropped kerbs and an incline to negotiate between the two sites. Level access from Beech Street.
Mobility
Each auditorium has three permanent wheelchair spaces (two in the third row and one in the front row) and 153 fixed seats with capacity for a further three spaces in the front row. Access to each auditorium is up a ramp. There are also a number of seats with step-free access.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs may be taken into the cinema – please tell us when booking to ensure your seat has enough space. If you prefer, you may leave your dog with a member of the foyer staff during the performance.
Hearing facility
An infrared system for hard of hearing customers is provided in each auditorium; headsets or neck loops can be collected from foyer staff. The ticket desk counter is fitted with an induction loop.
For more access information, please visit our Accessibility section.