Series
LUCAS-Filmfestival
The film series "LUCAS-Filmfestival" runs from 24 September to 30 September at DFF — Deutsches Filminstitut & Filmmuseum with 28 screenings.
TMDB 77RT 89IMDb 7.5 The Swallows of Kabul
Summer 1998—Kabul under Taliban rule. Zunaira and Mohsen are young and in love. Despite the daily violence and misery, they hope for a better future. One day, a foolish gesture causes life to take an irrevocable turn.
- Animation
- Drama
Big Girls Don't Cry
Over one transformative summer in rural New Zealand in 2006, 14-year-old Sid discovers desire, identity, and the internet as she imitates the people she longs to be loved by.
- Drama
Almost Forever
From the carefree summers of childhood to the turbulent teenage years. Five formative years in a young group of friends in Stockholm, where their bond is put to the test as they navigate their way into adulthood.
- Documentary
IMDb 7.2 The Altar Boys
A group of teenage altar boys, frustrated by the indifferent attitude of adults and the Church towards social injustices, decides to implement their own unconventional plan for moral renewal of their neighbourhood. Armed with youthful rebellion and their personal interpretation of the Bible, they set up a wiretap… in the confessional.
- Drama
- Comedy
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TMDB 76RT 94IMDb 7.8 System Crasher
Wherever 9-year-old Benni ends up, she is expelled. She has become what child protection services call a “system crasher.” But she is not looking to change her ways, and has one goal: go back home to her mother. When anger management trainer Micha is hired to help, suddenly there is hope.
- Drama
My Absurd Journey of True Loves First Kiss and How I Became Mortal
An immortal man searches for true love.
- Comedy
- Romance
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LUCAS KURZFILMPROGRAMM 2
74 Min. Frankreich/Niederlande/Schweden/Taiwan 2025–26. R+DB: div. 59 Min. OF mit dt. Live-Einsprache. Empfohlen ab 10. Original version with German live voice-over Filmreihe: 49. LUCAS-Filmfestival DUNGEONS & SPECTRUMS Niederlande 2025. R: Wout Malestein. Ross hat Autismus. In Rollenspielen findet er Halt und Zugang zu anderen Kindern, denn darin kann er die Welt nach eigenen Regeln gestalten und mit Fantasie ausfüllen. Stück für Stück lernt er, Kontrolle abzugeben und Hindernisse gemeinsam zu bewältigen. (SiS) TANGLED Taiwan 2026. R: Lily Ling. Fußballerin Xi ist verliebt in ihren Mitspieler Yu. Als seine Freunde über ihre Locken spotten, plant sie, ihr Äußeres zu ändern. Online findet sie ein Wundermittel, das die Lösung all ihrer Probleme verspricht. Doch ist das die Veränderung, die…
LUCAS KURZFILMPROGRAMM 5
74 Min. Deutschland/Kroatien/Mexiko/Norwegen/Peru/USA 2025–26. R+DB: div. 71 Min. OmeU. Empfohlen ab 15. Original version with English subtitles Filmreihe: 49. LUCAS-Filmfestival BEASTS OF DEATH Bestias de la Muerte. USA/Peru/Mexiko 2026. R: Sandra Powers. Um ihre Mutter aus dem Reich der Toten zu retten, riskiert Claudia bei einem okkulten Ritual ihre Seele. Im Kampf gegen die eigenen Dämonen stellt sie sich der Angst und wird zur Kriegerin der Nacht. Schaurig-schöner Comic Stil trifft auf Musikvideo. (SiS) SANDY FANNIES Sand I Tissen. Norwegen 2026. R: Ingrid Runde Saxegaard. Aurora verbringt den Tag mit ihrer Mutter nackt an einem einsamen Strand. Zwischen Ehrlichkeit und Peinlichkeit eröffnet die Auszeit intime Gespräche über Liebe und Sex, erste Male und tiefe Begehren. Doch dann…
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TMDB 74RT 98IMDb 7.6 Joyland
As a patriarchal family yearns for the birth of a son to continue their family line, their youngest son secretly joins an erotic dance theatre and falls for its transgender starlet.
- Romance
- Drama
The Girls From Above
Héloïse has nowhere to go. She meets Mallorie, who offers to let her stay in the flat she shares with two other young women. Héloïse finds a new home and a new family there. But their past wounds threaten the fragile balance between these women who appear so strong on the surface.
- Drama
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When Mumbo Jumbo Grew Giant
When the happy little hippo, Mumbo Jumbo, accidentally turns giant his life changes for the worse - seemingly forever. Now Mumbo is forced out on a challenging journey in order to encounter an unpredictable witch. Luckily Mumbo's best friends join him. It’s still an insurmountable task, but at least the friends are facing it together. It is not easy being a small hippo, nor a giant one, and when the only way back to normal depends on the cooperation of a frank and mischievous witch, anyone can imagine that it requires a true effort. Hopefully Mumbo Jumbo will develop a strong belief in himself during the adventure. Otherwise, it will definitely be an impossible mission.
- Animation
- Adventure
- Family
LUCAS MINIS
60 Min. | Kurzfilm »LUCAS für Familien« am 27.9.: Familien erhalten freien Eintritt. Kein System-Vorverkauf: Bitte reservieren Sie ihren Kinobesuch telefonisch (+49 69 961 220 – 678) oder per E-Mail (lucas-info@dff.film). Ca. 60 Min. Mit Aktiveinheiten. Empfohlen ab 3. Moderation: Paula Engelhardt Filmreihe: 49. LUCAS-Filmfestival Bei den »Minis« heißt es: staunen, fühlen, tanzen, lachen und Kino (neu) erforschen! Zu erleben gibt es Kurzfilme aus dem Cinemini-Katalog für die jüngsten Filmfans ab drei Jahren – kuratiert von Kindern für Kinder.
Brave Cat
Teenage forest cat Kona decides to face her fears and search for her missing mother, who was kidnapped by the circus long ago. She is joined on her journey by Colin, an abandoned guard dog pup, and Bernard, a runaway old circus bear, who are also searching for their own families.
- Animation
- Adventure
Big Girls Don't Cry
Over one transformative summer in rural New Zealand in 2006, 14-year-old Sid discovers desire, identity, and the internet as she imitates the people she longs to be loved by.
- Drama
IMDb 4.7 Congo Boy
Bangui, Central African Republic. 17 year-old Robert dreams of a career in music, but civil war is tearing the country apart. When both his parents are thrown into prison, he is left to look after his four younger siblings on his own, juggling daily life, odd jobs, school exams and concert stages, determined to follow his dream.
- Drama
- Music
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To Fetch A Pail Of Water
This comedy-drama children’s film follows the summer adventures of an oddball trio as they chase their dreams and unite to build a swimming pool in a water-strapped slum.
- Comedy
- Drama
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Koschka
Shortly before summer vacation, a stray cat follows Jan home, gives birth to kittens there, and—despite initial reservations on his part and that of his friends Sami and Martha—is cared for by them. The children care for the animals with great dedication, even though this means major changes, sacrifices, and health problems for Jan. In the process, they experience a special time that strengthens their bond and completely transforms their everyday lives.
- Family
LUCAS KURZFILMPROGRAMM 4
80 Min. Deutschland/Iran/Norwegen/USA/Vietnam 2025–26. R+DB: div. 65 Min. OmeU / OmeU mit dt. Live-Einsprache. Empfohlen ab 13. Original version with English subtitles / original version with English subtitles and German live voice-over Filmreihe: 49. LUCAS-Filmfestival ROOFTOP LEMPICKA Lempicka Trên Mái Nhà. Vietnam/USA 2025. R: Nguy?n Luong H?ng. Thi freundet sich mit der aufregenden Ng?c an, einer Clubkellnerin, die bei ihrer Familie zur Untermiete wohnt. Zwischen ihr, ihrer Mutter und einem Kunstband der Art Nouveau-Malerin Tamara de Lempicka lernt Thi ganz unterschiedliche Bilder von Weiblichkeit kennen. (EW) TROPHÄE Trophy. Deutschland 2026. R: Benjamin Hujawa. Der Familienausflug zum Badestrand entwickelt sich für den 14-jährigen Max zur Konfrontation mit den archaischen…
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To Fetch A Pail Of Water
This comedy-drama children’s film follows the summer adventures of an oddball trio as they chase their dreams and unite to build a swimming pool in a water-strapped slum.
- Comedy
- Drama
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Gnosis Iluminada
The former 17th-century convent of Santa Mònica in Barcelona, today the Centre d’Art Santa Mònica, housed a library of which more than 500 volumes are currently preserved at the University of Barcelona. The study of a selection of these books served as the beginning for this artistic project.
- Documentary
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Hijra
This film sheds light on the fascinating and often neglected topic of the Hijra community in India, which has been a part of the subcontinent for over 4,000 years. Despite being revered and celebrated in religious and spiritual ceremonies, this community continues to face abuse, discrimination, and violence. Our film seeks to explore the dimension of evil that resides within our minds and how it reflects onto the perceptions of the Hijra community. For us, this film is very special, as it is a product of our personal experiences and the desire to showcase the struggle and bliss of the third gender. We aim to tell a story that is engaging, sensitive, and respectful. Our team is excited to bring this project to life, and we hope that it will contribute to a greater understanding and appreciation of the Hijra community.
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Corpus Delicti
In the near future, the “method” controls the health and freedom of society. The life of neuroscientist Mia Holl, who is loyal to the system, changes abruptly when her brother Moritz Holl is wrongly accused of murder and imprisoned. In the fight for truth and justice, Mia begins to question the system and becomes the hunted herself.
- Drama
When Mumbo Jumbo Grew Giant
When the happy little hippo, Mumbo Jumbo, accidentally turns giant his life changes for the worse - seemingly forever. Now Mumbo is forced out on a challenging journey in order to encounter an unpredictable witch. Luckily Mumbo's best friends join him. It’s still an insurmountable task, but at least the friends are facing it together. It is not easy being a small hippo, nor a giant one, and when the only way back to normal depends on the cooperation of a frank and mischievous witch, anyone can imagine that it requires a true effort. Hopefully Mumbo Jumbo will develop a strong belief in himself during the adventure. Otherwise, it will definitely be an impossible mission.
- Animation
- Adventure
- Family
Iron Boy
In rural France, Christophe (10) tries to live up to his rigid and distant father on the family farm. But the young boy starts to lean over and collapse without warning — on the tractor, at school, at dinner... A doctor finds the solution: Christophe must wear an iron corset to keep himself upright. Forced to reinvent his life away from the farm, Christophe discovers a new passion for music, meets a new friend, and follows her into his first mischief. But will any of this really fix what is out of balance?
- Animation
A Girl Unknown
A Chinese girl is passed between three families from the age of 6 to 18, receiving each time a new name and identity. As she searches for belonging and the possibility of love, she has to navigate between the weight of her past and the uncertainty of her future, until she finds her own way.
- Drama
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My Life in Versailles – The Movie
After her parents’ passing, eight-year-old Violet goes to live with her uncle, Regis, a gruff maintenance worker at the Palace of Versailles. Despite a rocky start, Violet and Regis learn to live and face life’s challenges together. Through complex friendships, first loves and a Christmas trip to Violet’s grandparents, they slowly create a new life rich in discoveries and tender moments in the heart of Versailles.
- Animation
- Family
LUCAS MINIS
60 Min. | Kurzfilm »LUCAS für Familien« am 27.9.: Familien erhalten freien Eintritt. Kein System-Vorverkauf: Bitte reservieren Sie ihren Kinobesuch telefonisch (+49 69 961 220 – 678) oder per E-Mail (lucas-info@dff.film). Ca. 60 Min. Mit Aktiveinheiten. Empfohlen ab 3. Moderation: Paula Engelhardt Filmreihe: 49. LUCAS-Filmfestival Bei den »Minis« heißt es: staunen, fühlen, tanzen, lachen und Kino (neu) erforschen! Zu erleben gibt es Kurzfilme aus dem Cinemini-Katalog für die jüngsten Filmfans ab drei Jahren – kuratiert von Kindern für Kinder.
Run Amok
A teenage girl decides to stage a musical reenactment of a tragedy that took place at her high school 10 years ago.
- Comedy
- Drama
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