The dream of owning a house in the countryside comes true by chance for a family with two children. The parents buy "a house in need of slight renovation" at auction, but have obviously overstretched themselves in several ways. Of all things, the supposed snag in this house, which was nevertheless purchased at a low price, is two strange old neighbors who soon turn out to be a blessing for the family...
Acting
Peter Franke and Angela Winkler steal every scene as gloriously unhinged neighbors.
Writing
Sharp German humor that makes property anxiety actually funny.
Director
Till Franzen
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Director Till Franzen's debut feature; he previously worked primarily in German television comedy.
The film satirizes the German 'Eigenheim' obsession — the cultural pressure to own rural property that leaves city dwellers comically unprepared for actual country life.
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