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Love - or Memory of Judith R.
Janusz, a pawnbroker in his late 40s, is confronted with the sudden death of his estranged wife. To cover up for all his failings, he hires the young prostitute Irena to act as his girlfriend and join him for the funeral. A tale about guilt, abandonment and love.
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Janusz, a pawnbroker in his late 40s, is confronted with the sudden death of his estranged wife. To cover up for all his failings, he hires the young prostitute Irena to act as his girlfriend and join him for the funeral. A tale about guilt, abandonment and love.
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Genre:Drama
Written By:Oliver Adam Kusio
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Runtime:30 minutes
Studio:Filmuniversität Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF, MDR
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