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202680 minPGdocumentary

Life is Yours

202680 minPGdocumentary

Four individuals in conservative southwestern Germany confront significant life changes as they seek a path to greater happiness.

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Douglas Wolfsperger

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Four individuals in conservative southwestern Germany confront significant life changes as they seek a path to greater happiness.

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Douglas Wolfsperger

Douglas Wolfspergerdirector

Douglas Wolfsperger

Douglas Wolfspergerwriter

Melina Hubercast

Gabriel Hofmanncast

Dunja Wiesnercast

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Gabriel, Elisabeth, Melina, and Dunja live in conservative southwestern Germany. Each faces a significant challenge in their pursuit of a happier life. At various points, they realized that their current situations were unsustainable. They understood that change was essential to escape their emotional turmoil. As they navigate their transitions, their identities shift, and they confront their pasts. This documentary follows their journeys over 80 minutes, capturing their struggles and transformations.

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