Der Wolf und die 7 Geißlein
dir. David Brückner · 2021
The struggle for survival often reveals the darkest aspects of human nature.
Feature
Found Family
Mood
Dark / Tense
Look
Dark, atmospheric, with a focus on shadows and eerie lighting creating a sense of foreboding
Structure
Non-linear storytelling with fragmented revelations
Plot
On her last day of work, an acting student at the theater finds herself the target of a crazy killer who brings the deadly wolf from Grimm's dark fairy tales to life to slaughter all seven employees like little goats.
Why watch
In "Der Wolf und die 7 Geißlein," a chilling tale of found family turned sinister revenge unfolds, blending tension and darkness in a slow-burn psychological thriller. As shadows loom over familial ties, the film delves into the haunting depths of human nature where justice and revenge converge, leaving audiences questioning the morality within us.
Talking points
- Familial bonds in extreme circumstances
- the blurred lines between justice and revenge
- the psychological impact of trauma
- the nature of evil within us all
Cultural context
Exploring themes of family secretsretributionand the dark side of human nature