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Westler : east of the wall

DramaRomance

Directed by: Wieland Speck

Overview

Westler is a romantic and historic story of love across the Berlin Wall. Felix, a West Berliner, falls in love with Thomas on a day trip to East Berlin. His frequent journeys back and forth to East Berlin make the border guards increasingly suspicious. Their love grows stronger despite the distance between them and the scrutiny that Felix is subjected to each time he crosses into East Berlin. Ultimately, Felix plans an escape for his lover. This poignant feature is a tribute to the triumph of love over political boundaries

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