We are delighted to resume our German cinema series in cooperation with the Institut Français in Edinburgh with a screening of “Haus ohne Dach” (House without Roof) with English subtitles.
A film about humanity, emotions and pain - contrary to all expectations.
Germany/Switzerland 2014-16, Director: Soleen Yusef, colour, 117 mins, with English subtitles
Three siblings born in the Kurdish part of Iraq who grew up in Germany – Liya, who performs as a singer in a night club; Jan, whose wife is expecting a child; and misfit Alan – return to their country of birth in order to fulfil their late mother’s last wishes. She wanted to be buried in her home village next to her husband, who was killed during the war against Saddam’s regime, but her relatives in Kurdistan are vehemently opposed to this. Wanting to fulfill their mother’s wish, the squabbling siblings make off with the coffin and, pursued by their furious relatives, embark on a strenuous journey through a land in which the Peschmerga are battling IS terrorists.
Please reserve your free ticket on Eventbrite.
Please note: Seating capacity has been reduced to allow for social distancing.
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