FAVORITE PEOPLE - THE EXTRAORDINARY FRIENDSHIP OF AGNES AND AMIR (Festival Preview)

The film tells the true story of Agnes, a 101-year-old Berliner, and Amir, a 31-year-old gay refugee from Iran, who form an Unusual Living arrangement. Initially skeptical, a deep friendship develops between the two, offering mutual support, courage, and new perspectives on life.

Agnes struggles with questions of self-determination in old age, while Amir tries to gain a foothold in a foreign society. The comedy shows how integration and intergenerational solidarity work, and deals with themes such as loneliness, age differences, and cultural differences

„Lieblingsmenschen“ is a heartwarming comedy based on true events that addresses themes of friendship, integration, and courage across generations. The film offers both entertainment and thought-provoking moments, showing that solidarity and humor can transcend boundaries of age and origin.

Film Discussion

Following the screening, there will be a Q&A session with lead actress Katharina Thalbach.