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Released
2006 · FILM

Der Mann im Strom

Directed by
Runtime
90 min
Language
DE
Drama

Synopsis

Jan Hinrichs is an experienced ship and salvage inspector. After the bankruptcy of his last employer, he takes on the role of a diver to make ends meet. As a widower with two children to support, his financial situation worsens when his daughter Lena becomes pregnant, adding a third person to his care. At 55, Hinrichs faces age-related challenges in securing the physically demanding job, as shipowners prefer younger, fitter candidates. To overcome this, he lies about his age during a job interview, falsifies his diving record, and obtains a fake passport. As he navigates this deception, the situation initially appears to work in his favor: Hinrichs performs his duties competently, and his employer is satisfied—at least for now.

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Principal cast & crew: 19

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Edited by Barbara HenningsShot by Arthur W AhrweilerDesigned by Maximilian Johannsmann

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