Dominik Matzka

GDR, August 1989: Hanna and Andreas became a target of the secret police and had to give up their plans for their future studies and desired professions. Instead, they face arbitrariness, mistrust and reprisals. Their only chance for a self-determined life lies in fleeing across the Baltic Sea. Fifty kilometres of water separate them from freedom - and only a thin connecting rope around their wrists saves them from absolute loneliness.

It is harsh reality that race plays a big role in our society. Being white is a privilege. But how does this affect the people? In his film, director Julian Carly turns to seek the absurd and painful depths of the whiteness craze.