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201496 minPGdocumentary

7.2/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Deutschboden

201496 minPGdocumentary

7.2/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Five members of the rock band "5 Teeth Less" become friends with a city dweller exploring the culture of East Germany.

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André Schäfer

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Five members of the rock band "5 Teeth Less" become friends with a city dweller exploring the culture of East Germany.

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André Schäferdirector

André Schäferwriter

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Moritz von Uslar travels from West Berlin to East Germany in search of the Superproll. He encounters members of the rock band "5 Teeth Less," who become his companions. Together, they navigate the local culture, where body grooming practices like waxing and tattoos are taken seriously. Through these interactions, von Uslar gains a deeper understanding of life in Germany. The film was released in 2014.

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