The Family Approach
22 October 2026
This documentary follows a children’s residential group over one year in an idyllic lakeside home. Three educators care for five boys aged seven to fourteen who have been separated from their families, providing daily support, emotional guidance and stability. The film highlights the challenges faced by childcare professionals and the often-invisible work of the youth welfare system.
ABOUT THE FILM
Awards:
- Winner of German Documentary Film Award 2026
- Best Documentary Film at Bavarian Film Award 2026
- Best Cinematography at German Camera Award 2025