Der erste Stein

When Chris finds out that Ramon was released early after a brutal attack on his family, he decides to take matters into his own hands. He breaks Ramon's honor with a video and posts it virally on the internet. The video causes a stir and the boundaries between perpetrator and victim are becoming increasingly blurred.

Directed by Benjamin Schmidt, Der erste Stein leans on a strong ensemble — Michel Diercks, Matthias Zera, Gabriel Stöberlein — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2014.