Hanna Schygulla - Ikone des deutschen Autorenfilms

A meditation on a legendary figure in cinema, this intimate portrait follows the life and craft of a fearless actress whose work reshaped German auteur filmmaking. Through candid moments, archival whispers, and reflective conversations, the film traces how presence and language on screen collide with memory, culture, and personal conviction. As windows to the past open, viewers are invited into a world where performance becomes an inquiry into identity, art, and the stubborn beauty of independent thought. A quiet, enthralling journey that resonates beyond the screen.