Content Warnings
- 🔴 100/100 Explicit sex scene with nudity.
- 🔴 90/100 Another intense sex scene with partial nudity.
- 🔴 70/100 Characters shown consuming alcohol excessively.
- 🔴 90/100 Characters using hard drugs in a club scene.
- 🔴 80/100 Physical altercation between main characters.
- 🔴 90/100 Graphic depiction of self-harm.
- 🔴 80/100 Use of strong profanity.
- 🔴 70/100 Frequent use of strong language in an argument.
Details for Gegen die Wand (2004)
What is the plot of Gegen die Wand (2004)?
Gegen die Wand (Head-On) follows the story of Cahit Tomruk, a middle-aged Turkish-German man who is suicidal after the death of his wife. He meets Sibel, a young Turkish-German woman who wants to escape her conservative family. They enter into a marriage of convenience, but their relationship evolves into something deeper and more complicated.
Who are the main actors in Gegen die Wand?
The main actors in Gegen die Wand are Birol Ünel as Cahit Tomruk, Sibel Kekilli as Sibel Güner, Güven Kiraç as Selma, and Zarah Jane McKenzie as Maren.
Who directed Gegen die Wand?
Gegen die Wand was directed by Fatih Akin, a renowned German-Turkish filmmaker known for his compelling narratives and exploration of cultural identity.
What awards did Gegen die Wand win?
Gegen die Wand won the Golden Bear at the 54th Berlin International Film Festival in 2004. It also received numerous other accolades, including the German Film Award for Best Feature Film.
What themes are explored in Gegen die Wand?
Gegen die Wand explores themes of cultural identity, love, despair, and the struggle for personal freedom. The film delves into the lives of Turkish-German individuals navigating between two cultures and the emotional turmoil that comes with it.
