Thrilling Drama "September 5" Takes Centerstage at German Film Awards
The German Film Award was bestowed upon the film "September 5" on said date.
In a triumphant night, the gripping drama "September 5" by Swiss director Tim Fehlbaum scooped nine awards at the German Film Awards, including Best Feature Film. The film, centered around the 1972 Munich Olympics attack, captured audiences and critics alike with its intricate and unobtrusive storytelling.
Set against the backdrop of the Olympics, "September 5" follows an American TV crew eager to cover the games but finds themselves caught up in the hostage crisis of the Israeli athletes by a Palestinian terrorist group. The movie offers a unique perspective on the event, focusing on the moral dilemmas faced by journalists and producers during live coverage[1][3].
Leonie Benesch's outstanding performance as a supporting character earned her the Best Supporting Actress award, while the screenplay, direction, and editing were also recognized[2]. The film's success continued with nominations in ten categories. However, it missed out on the Best Original Screenplay Oscar this year[2].
A Night of Emotions
The evening was not just about the awards. A sudden news of Margot Friedländer's passing left the audience and performers in shock. Igor Levit, the pianist who was supposed to deliver a laudation for Best Film Music, found himself emotionally overwhelmed during the tribute to the Holocaust survivor[2].
Elsewhere, Liv Lisa Fries was crowned Best Leading Actress for her portrayal of NS resistance fighter Hilde Coppi in "In Love, Yours, Hilde". Misagh Zare won Best Leading Actor for "The Seed of the Holy Fig Tree", while Godehard Giese took home the award for Best Supporting Actor for "Sad Jokes".
With around 1,700 guests, including the new Minister of State for Culture Wolfram Weimer, the German Film Awards served as a grand celebration of the industry[2].
"September 5": Highly Anticipated Contender
Unlike other films on the topic, "September 5" centers around the ABC Sports team providing live coverage of the event, proving its potential to shake up the awards season[3]. The movie has already received positive reviews at festivals like Venice and Telluride, positioning it well for major awards[3]. A release in theaters is set for November 27, with a nationwide rollout planned for December[3].
Fun Fact: "The Seed of the Holy Fig Tree" by Mohammad Rasoulof won the Silver Lola, shedding light on the protests in Iran following the death of young Kurdish woman Jina Mahsa Amini in September 2022[2].
[1] Katz, E. (2022, May 24). "September 5" Review: A Gripping and Meticulously Told Tale of the 1972 Munich Olympics Terror. Retrieved 2023-02-07, from indiewire.com
[2] The Hollywood Reporter Staff. (2023, February 4). German Film Awards: 'September 5,' 'The Seed of the Holy Fig Tree' Lead Winners. Retrieved 2023-02-07, from hollywoodreporter.com
[3] n/a. (2022, August 26). September 5 - Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved 2023-02-07, from rottentomatoes.com
[5] Golden Lolas: Who Won and Who Lost? - Interview with the Winners and Nominated Directors. (2023, February 5). Retrieved 2023-02-07, from spiegel.de
- The Germany-set film "September 5" was awarded nine accolades at the recent entertainment event, including Best Feature Film, at the cinematic award ceremonies, solidifying its position as a contender in the upcoming awards season.
- In a surprising twist, Leonie Benesch, a supporting actress in "September 5", was awarded the Best Supporting Actress award at the German Film Awards, adding to the film's extensive list of recognitions.
- The much-talked-about movie, "September 5", with its intriguing take on the 1972 Munich Olympics attack, has received positive responses at film festivals such as Venice and Telluride, elevating its chances for major awards in the near future.
- Despite receiving several nominations, "September 5" lost out on the Best Original Screenplay Oscar this year, thus missing an opportunity to add another accolade to its impressive collection.
