Afire (2023) | Movie | Movies Dock

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🎬 Title: Afire / Roter Himmel

Story: Aspiring novelist Leon sets off on a summer getaway with his best friend to a picturesque locale by the Baltic Sea, where he aims to finalize his latest manuscript. Upon their arrival, they discover their rental home is already being occupied by a free-spirited woman who encourages Leon to embrace vulnerability. As they navigate this complex dynamic, wild forest fires surround them, creating an atmosphere of tension and impending crisis.

⭐ Rating: 6.789 (228 votes)

📅 Release date: April 20, 2023

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 43 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama, Romance, Comedy

🎬 Director: Christian Petzold

✍️ Writer: Christian Petzold

🌍 Countries: Germany

🏢 Production companies: Schramm Film, ZDF, ARTE

💼 Production:
| 📈 Revenue: $2,147,526

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👥 Cast: Thomas Schubert (Leon), Paula Beer (Nadja), Langston Uibel (Felix), Enno Trebs (Devid), Matthias Brandt (Helmut), Jennipher Antoni (Mrs. Roland, Cashier), Ralph Barnebeck (Police Officer), Esther Esche (Mrs. König, Hotel Manager), Mario Fürstenberg (Male Nurse), Assunta Hamm (Nurse)

Editor’s note: A quick note on Afire (2023): The film successfully blends elements of Drama, Romance, and Comedy without feeling clichéd. Director Christian Petzold maintains a tight narrative, prioritizing character development over superficial drama. The performances by Thomas Schubert, Paula Beer, and Langston Uibel are grounded and authentic. With a runtime of 1 hour and 43 minutes, the pacing suits the story well. While it may have some imperfections, its strengths make it worth watching. If the storyline intrigues you, definitely add it to your watchlist.

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