Staatsschutz - Film Discussion

Staatsschutz - Film Discussion
Trailer: Staatsschutz

When Seyo starts her new job as a prosecutor, she already knows that right-wing violence will be part of her daily work. But when she herself becomes the victim of an attack, she has to realize that the independence of the judiciary can be very fragile when racism is deeply rooted in the system. She digs deeper and deeper into the failures of her own department and fights with all means for justice – both inside and outside the courtroom.

Awarded the Audience Award at Berlinale: With STAATSSCHUTZ, Faraz Shariat presents a film that is unparalleled in its urgency and impact. Stirring and angry, but never without hope, STAATSSCHUTZ examines the question of how a corrupt system can be changed from within. Newcomer Chen Emilie Yan impresses in the leading role as a fearless protagonist alongside Julia Jentsch, Alev Irmak, Arnd Klawitter, and Sebastian Urzendowsky.