Zita Erffa and her brother László were always close, so when László announced he was moving to a monastery in Connecticut, Zita was shocked and confused. This choice meant that the siblings would only be allowed to see each other once a year, corresponding otherwise only through letters. Eight years on, Zita secures permission to spend two weeks filming her brother inside the monastery and finally confront him about his decision. A fascinating insight into the ultra-conservative Catholic brotherhood of the Legionaries,
The Best Thing You Can Do With Your Life is a cathartic, intimate study of family bonds and religious devotion.
Note: Nominated for Best International Emerging Filmmaker Award
Germany / Mexico 2017, 93 mins. With English subtitles.
Directed by Zita Erffa.
Supported by the Goethe-Institut.
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