On the first Monday of December, “Mommy,” considered by many reviewers to be the best film of the year. The film was nominated for the Palme d’Or in Cannes and received the Jury Prize. An extraordinary, evocative portrayal of the relationship between a mother and her son with ADHD. At the 22nd Camerimage International Film Festival 2014, it was awarded the Bronze Frog.
The following week, “Gottland,” a feature-length documentary and a series of documentary episodes based on Mariusz Szczygieł’s bestselling collection of reportage.
On the third Monday of the month, “Gone Girl,” a film adaptation of Gillian Flynn’s bestselling novel, a story about the ups and downs of a certain marriage. Everything is presented with dark humor.
On Monday, December 22, “Happiness,” a film adaptation of François Lelord’s international bestseller, endearing in its positive energy. An attempt to answer questions about what happiness is and how to achieve it.
During the final meeting of the year, “Stations of the Cross” will be screened. The film received the Silver Bear for Best Screenplay and the Prize of the Ecumenical Jury at this year’s Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale 2014). Details on the Kino Forum website.