"The journey of the German doctor Rike, who embarks on a solo sailing trip from Gibraltar, becomes an existential challenge to her. A cinematic event reminiscent of an experimental arrangement to explore the human capacity for empathy, and yet painfully outdone by reality. Caught between maritime law and official orders, a woman makes a final decision, risking her existence."
Statement of the Youth Jury: "Even though it barely used any dialogue, the winning film exposed us to a dilemma that is sadly still making headlines. Staged as a chamber piece with a remarkable performance from the lead actress, the film helps viewers understand the complexity of refugee politics. For this, we present the Youth Jury Award 2019 to STYX by Wolfgang Fischer. Congratulations!"
