In the wake of the Berlin Wall’s collapse, a Turkish migrant laborer and a woman from East Berlin cross paths. Their relationship, depicted with sensitivity, navigates the unpredictability of their circumstances and is laced with moments of situational comedy, highlighting the cultural and emotional nuances of their encounter.
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Coming Out Coming Out 
Solo Sunny Solo Sunny 
Das Kaninchen bin ich The Rabbit Is Me 
Das Kaninchen bin ich The Rabbit Is Me 
Obecná škola The Elementary School 
Feriengewitter Holiday Storm 
Bizalom Confidence 
Spotkanie na Atlantyku Chance Meeting on the Atlantic 
Stan posiadania Inventory 
Sieben Sommersprossen Seven Freckles 
Gdzieśkolwiek jest, jeśliś jest Wherever You Are… 
Der geteilte Himmel Divided Heaven 
Trzecia część nocy The Third Part of the Night 
Dekalog: Jeden Dekalog: One 
Sterne Stars 
Smierc prezydenta Death of a President 
Femina Femina 
Schneeweißchen und Rosenrot Snow-White and Rose-Red At Eastern European Movies, you're invited to immerse yourself in the captivating world of Shortcut to Istanbul (So schnell es geht nach Istanbul), a cinematic journey hailing from Germany. Released in 1991, this film is a quintessential piece of Drama, deftly crafted by the renowned director Andreas Dresen, and brought to life through the compelling performances of a skilled cast, including Jana Mattukat, Susann Thiede and Yüksel Yolcu.
As a film enthusiast, you understand the richness of diverse cinema. That's why we ensure that each film, such as Shortcut to Istanbul, is accompanied by subtitles in various languages, including English and Russian, to bridge the gap between cultures and to provide an inclusive cinematic experience for all.
Exploring the nuances of Germany's society and culture, Shortcut to Istanbul offers a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking. Whether you're a native speaker looking to revisit the classics of your homeland or a student of the language and culture seeking a deeper understanding, this film presents an opportunity to do so through the compelling medium of cinema.
The legacy of Eastern European cinema is vividly brought to life here, with films that resonate with universal themes and emotions, transcending geographical and linguistic boundaries. We are committed to presenting films that not only entertain but also educate and inspire our audience.
