Der Witzekongress

Every year a group of humorists get together to tell each other the best jokes of the year and to complain about their existence as freelance joke tellers. But this year is something different. The troupe is not only celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary, guests are also supposed to broaden the humorous horizon. And for the first time there is also a woman who messes up the staid men's evening. The bizarre congress takes its course.

Directed by Christian Grundey, Der Witzekongress leans on a strong ensemble — Jannika Jira, Dietrich Kuhlbrodt, Alexander F. Obe — 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 screen titles of 2017.