Berlin International Film Festival 2021

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Instructions For Survival (Country: Germany; Year: 2021; Director: Yana Ugrekhelidze; Writer: Yana Ugrekhelidze)
Alexander's transgender identity means he is obliged to lead a life of secrecy in his home country.
Jesus Egon Christ (Country: Germany; Year: 2021; Director: David Vajda, Sasa Vajda; Writer: David Vajda, Sasa Vajda; Stars: Paul Arámbula, Sascha Alexander Gersak, Angelo Martone, Zora Schemm, Benjamin Stein, Roxanna Stewens)
An addict struggles with his mental health in a makeshift religious rehab centre.
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