80 Plus
Austria, Germany | 2024 | 95' | German
Helene (86) and Toni (70) are completely different. One is planned and timed, the other is impulsive and spontaneous. As a very unequal community of purpose, they embark on a journey to Switzerland for assisted suicide. But their road trip through the mountains turns out differently than planned
Director
Sabine Hiebler and Gerhard Ertl are Austrian filmmakers known for their collaborative work, including “Amour Fou” (2010) and “Side Effects” (2014). Their 2013 film “Anfang 80” (Beginning of 80), explores love and vitality in old age, showcasing their distinctive storytelling style blending depth, humor, and poignant realism.
Cast & Crew
Director Sabine Hiebler, Gerhard Ertl
Producer Ulrich Gehmacher, Thomas Hroch, Gerald Podgornig.
Cinematographer Anna Hawliczek
Editor Benedikt Rubey