it is not easy to say why. maybe, because it is a story with deep roots in everybody existence. or a beautiful eulogy about passion and the courage to survive to yourself. maybe as life lesson. or as delicate poem about music and about competition, about fall and about hope. but, the basic motif could be Kostja Ullmann himself. not only for the impeccable performance but for the wise exploration of the nuances of his Luca. for inspired use of silence. for a story who could be a pledge for many motivational speeches. but it remains a lovely, convincing and touching remind of the force of vulnerability.
Review of Die Zeit, die man Leben nennt
