Where the Waves Took Her at Zeughaus: Documentary film about flight and maritime rescue
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Where the Waves took her: A moving documentary film experience at Zeughaus Augsburg
On Friday, October 9, 2026, the documentary Where the Waves took her opens in the cinema hall of Zeughaus, offering a view of the world's most dangerous escape route. The focus is on midwife Anne-Katrin, who accompanies people in extreme need aboard a rescue ship. The screening starts at 7 PM and will be accompanied by a conversation with director Jana Stallein.
Between rescue, flight, and human closeness
The camera follows Anne-Katrin during her first deployment in the Mediterranean. At the same time, the film tells the stories of women who had to leave their homeland and fight for safety and a future at sea. From the encounters between the crew and those rescued, a sensitive documentary portrait of vulnerability, courage, and mutual trust develops.
A staging of reality
Jana Stallein combines observational documentary filmmaking with a clear dramatic stance. The film's set design emerges from the confined space of the rescue ship, varying light moods, the rhythm of the waves, and the concentrated acoustics on board. Closeness and distance become cinematic tools, while the individual voices of the fleeing women give a human face to the political concepts.
A distinguished perspective of a young director
Director Jana Stallein was awarded the SI STAR Young Talent Award for Outstanding Director during the 76th Berlinale. The film received an honorable mention at the International Hofer Filmtage and was awarded the VGF Young Documentary Production Prize at dok.fest München. Additionally, camera operator Sophia Fenn was nominated for the German Camera Award.
Film screening with subsequent discussion
After the screening, Jana Stallein will provide insights into the creation and background of the film. The conversation expands the stage experience in the cinema hall by adding a personal perspective on research, direction, and the encounters during filming. The documentary will be shown in its original version with subtitles, is rated for ages 12 and up, and lasts approximately 83 minutes.
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Where the Waves took her combines committed filmmaking with a poignant human story. Visitors can expect a focused, emotional stage experience about maritime rescue, migration, and the power of solidarity. Anyone who experiences documentary film as an immediate encounter with reality will find an important reason to see, listen, and reflect on this evening at Zeughaus Augsburg.
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