Between two lines
feature film ~68min
germany 2023
directed by: martin kuczera
Worked as: Director, writter, colorist, vfx supervisor
plot
In an Eastern European country, the population suffers under the ruling government. As people gradually lose their democratic rights, an autocracy is forming in the country. Young Jakub and his friend Marek lose hope in the peaceful demonstrations. The two join a militia that wants to overthrow the ruling regime. Jakub's foster father Nikolai recognizes the danger and forbids Jakub to join the fight. For the first time in their lives, they part ways. When one morning Nikolai takes in a wounded soldier and Jakub returns, two enemies inevitably meet. Nikolai tries to keep a promise and save Jakub from worse. But Jakub longs for revenge for his murdered friend Marek.