INGEBORG BACHMANN – SOMEONE WHO ONCE WAS ME

In this film, actress Sandra Hüller approaches the life of Ingeborg Bachmann on an imaginary day in Rome, lending her words a haunting presence. Through an artistic web of improvised scenes, archival treasures, interviews, and Bachmann's own texts, the film traverses the author's central phases of life—from her wartime childhood in Carinthia and her rise as a star of Group 47 to her final days in Rome.

Ahead of the 100th birthday of Ingeborg Bachmann, director Regina Schilling achieves a sensual yet intellectual approach to one of the most significant writers of the 20th century. Through Sandra Hüller's powerful interpretation and masterful archival montages, Bachmann's linguistic power is made directly tangible for the audience. The result is a cinematic portrait that celebrates the fragility and strength of an artist who resisted any co-optation and whose work retains a visionary force to this day.

„A sparkling kaleidoscope that makes you want to (re)discover the works of this literary icon.“ – Dieter Oßwald, Programmkino.de

With her film, Regina Schilling creates a fitting tribute to the writer. One is almost inclined to say, „Nothing more beautiful under the sun than being under the sun...“ (Ingeborg Bachmann) – and to see this film.

Film Discussion

Following the screening, there will be a post-film discussion with director Regina Schilling, moderated by Jörg Taszman.

Film stills (top): ©Elliott Kreyenberg

Portrait photo (bottom): ©Elliott Kreyenberg