Glück (2021)
Release Year: 2021
Nation: Germany
Alternative Title: Felicidad, Bliss, Щастие, Seule la joie, 可愛是福
Director: Henrika Kull
Writer: Henrika Kull
Production & Genre
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Keywords
Keywords: berlin germany, brothel, documentary style, female full frontal nudity, female pubic hair, female rear nudity, female topless nudity, lesbian love story, lesbian sex, lesbianism, male frontal nudity, male full frontal nudity, male nudity, male pubic hair, nudity, prostitute, pubic hair, two women in a shower, undressing, woman in a shower
Story
In the gritty reality of a Berlin brothel, two sex workers named Glück ('Luck') and Lena cross paths. Despite their surroundings where female bodies are commodified, they find moments of genuine connection and happiness together. Their relationship blossoms into a tender love story amidst the harsh backdrop of their profession. However, their attraction is complicated by differing views on life and personal demons that threaten to tear them apart.
Summary
'Glück' (2021), directed by Henrika Kull, is a raw and intimate exploration of love and self-discovery within the confines of Berlin's sex industry. The film follows Glück and Lena, two sex workers navigating their professional lives while finding solace in each other's company. Shot in a documentary-style, 'Glück' challenges societal norms surrounding prostitution and female sexuality by portraying its characters with nuance and empathy. Through their relationship, the film explores themes of self-determination, attraction, and the human need for connection.
