Benni

Original title: Systemsprenger

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7.8/10

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Benni, age 9, bounces among institutions that cannot tackle her outbursts. She wants to move in with her mother--who cannot handle her wild daughter. After Micha is hired, Benni slowly opens... Read allBenni, age 9, bounces among institutions that cannot tackle her outbursts. She wants to move in with her mother--who cannot handle her wild daughter. After Micha is hired, Benni slowly opens up and attaches herself to him.Benni, age 9, bounces among institutions that cannot tackle her outbursts. She wants to move in with her mother--who cannot handle her wild daughter. After Micha is hired, Benni slowly opens up and attaches herself to him.

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IMDb RATING

7.8/10

16K

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See production info at IMDbPro

Awards
- 37 wins & 27 nominations total

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10mandy-1

Stunning Portrayal of an Out of Control Child

I saw this at the Palm Springs Film Festival. It was so real I had to remind myself it was a theatrical film, not a documentary, when it was over. It's raw and moving, flawlessly directed, edited and above all acted. Not easy to view but so well worth it. It's been a week and I still think about it. I imagine it will be in indy theaters before long. If you get a chance and like truly unique films, go see it!

9tool-man

OMG

This movie is so shocking realistic. I work with kids like Benni everyday. Watch it, it will be worth it. It makes you cry, you will feel the despair of the girl and the responsible adults. The acting of the girl is outstanding.

8lau_ka_ki_davis

EUFF good recommended

I'm glad I watched this movie in Hong Kong. It reminds me how I overcome my broken childhood by myself. Problem families should have more concerns and facilities for their children. Children will grow up happily and become strong adults. This's a lovely German movie. Thank you.

10berlinhimmel

One of the best German movies in the last years

I saw the world premiere of this movie at the 69. Berlinale and I was really surprised about it. I'm so happy to see, that some rare German Directors can create much better stuff than the typical Till Schweiger comedy movies. This movie is totally different, very intensiv and emotional. I wished we will get more of this in the future.

8denis-23791

Incredible performance and gripping story

Unbelievable, impeccable performance by the little girl who shakes up the life and faith of many good people that genuinely want to help but are pushed to their limits. Unusual dramaturgy but realistically showing the back and forths of such an extreme case. Great camera and sound to support this excursion into the world of a lovely but hardly bearable girl who is innocent of her condition due to a failed family structure. Very moving film that raises important questions. Incredible debut work.

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Trivia
Helena Zengel became the youngest actress ever in history to win the Lola for "Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role" at the German Film Awards for her performance in this film.

Quotes
Dr. Schönemann: Back in school already?
Bernadette 'Benni' Klaaß: Nope.
Erzieher Wolfgang: She's still suspended.
Bernadette 'Benni' Klaaß: It's for retards, anyway.
Dr. Schönemann: Give it a chance, You're a smart kid.
Bernadette 'Benni' Klaaß: I know.
Dr. Schönemann: What do you want to be?
Bernadette 'Benni' Klaaß: An educator.

Crazy credits
The end credits include annotations which appear to be handwritten. For example the credit for the catering is commented with "war lecker" (German for "was tasty").