Family trauma, body positivity (taken to the extreme), and the search for love.
Despite the graphic subject matter, the cinematography is bright, pop-art inspired, and vibrant.
August 11, 2013 (Locarno Film Festival); August 22, 2013 (Germany). Director: David Wnendt. Key Cast: Carla Juri as Helen Memel (Breakout performance). Christoph Letkowski as Robin. Meret Becker as Helen’s Mother. Genre: Sex Comedy / Drama / Coming-of-Age. Runtime: 109 minutes. 2. Narrative Synopsis
Wetlands is a provocative German sex comedy-drama directed by and based on the controversial 2008 best-selling novel by Charlotte Roche . The film is renowned for its graphic and unapologetic exploration of female sexuality, bodily functions, and hygiene taboos, wrapped in a heartfelt coming-of-age story. 1. Film Profile & Production