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Literature 150 years of Thomas Mann

Thomas Mann was one of Germany's most important writers, a Nobel Prize winner and political commentator. He left behind an enduring literary legacy. On the occasion of his 150th birthday, we take a look at his life and work.

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Three

Director: Tom Tykwer
Year: 2010
Genre: Drama
Length: 119 min.

Their relationship has worn a little thin over twenty years; Hanna and Simon seem to live more in the past than in their belief in a shared future. When they fall in love with the same man, the trio finds a surprising solution.

This film is part of the annual film series "Lots of Love"

Scene from the film “Three” Photo (detail): © X-Filme Creative Pool/Berlin Photo (detail): © X-Filme Creative Pool/Berlin

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