The Light (German: Das Licht) is an upcoming drama film written, directed by Tom Tykwer, and starring Lars Eidinger and Nicolette Krebitz depicts everyday life of a middle-class Engels family in a world that has become unstable.[1][2] The German-French co-production also have Elke Biesendorfer, Julius Gause and Elyas Eldridge in pivotal roles. The film will premiere at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in Special Gala section on 13 February 2025 and later will be released on 20 March 2025 in German theatres by X Verleih.[3][4]
Synopsis
Tim and Milena share a household with their twins, Frieda and Jon, along with Milena's son, Dio. Living under one roof, the family exists more as individuals than as a family, bound by little more than circumstance. Their fragile life is disrupted when Farrah, a mysterious housekeeper from Syria, enters their lives. Her presence challenges the Engels in unexpected ways, uncovering long-buried emotions and hidden truths. However, Farrah has her own secret agenda, one that promises to reshape the family's existence forever.
Principal photography began on 25 September 2023 on locations in Berlin, Cologne, and Nairobi.[2] Filming ended on 16 December 2023 with filming locations in the regions of Germany as Berlin, North Rhine-Westphalia, and Kenya.[5]
Release
The Light will have its world premiere on 13 February 2025, as part of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, in Special Gala as opening film. It will be released theatrically on 20 March 2025 in Germany by X Verleih and distributed by Warner Bros. World distribution is handled by Beta Film.[5][6]
