The Kidnapping of the Bride

Luisa from Buenos Aires and Fred from Brandenburg have a unique relationship in which they’ve created their own universe. At their wedding, the two lovers are increasingly confronted with their social roles and intercultural prejudices. In the maelstrom of the night, they lose their sovereignty and each other. The tradition of the kidnapping of the bride, still an integral part of many weddings in German-speaking countries, finally shatters the couple's equality. There is no room for love in this claustrophobic role play of marriage.

2022, BA-Abschlussfilm, feature film

Crew

director:
Sophia Wollschlaeger
editor:
Jannik Eckenstaler
camera:
Jacob Volkmann
production design:
Mandy Peterat

Festivals

Bucharest International Short Film Festival