Frau Holles Garten

Mia Goldig loves her job at the botanical garden. But her mother, the outgoing director of the garden, prefers her sister as her successor. Can Mrs. Holle make the right decision? Above all, the new director must find financially strong sponsors, as the garden is in financial difficulties. A task that the reserved head gardener Mia doesn't trust herself with. She loves the plants, but not the big show. Her mother Helene also doesn't think Mia, who stutters when she has to speak in front of several people, is the right choice for this prestigious position. In contrast, the determined Marissa seems perfect for the job. Helene doesn't realize that Marissa doesn't care about the garden at all and is playing a scheming game, but Mrs. Holle, the good soul of the garden who runs a store there, doesn't miss a thing.

Directed by Seyhan Derin, Frau Holles Garten leans on a strong ensemble — Cornelia Froboess, Klara Deutschmann, Lavinia Wilson — 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 2019.