Composer Steven (Peter Dinklage) is in a creative crisis Photo: Protagonist Pictures
By Sebastian Bauer
Rebecca Miller’s romantic comedy stars Peter Dinklage, Marisa Tomei and Anne Hathaway. The film still has room for improvement, says BZ Kultur reporter Sebastian Bauer.
THE STORY: Opera composer Steven Lauddem (Peter Dinklage), married to the cleaning-addicted psychologist Patricia (Anne Hathaway), is in a creative crisis. On a walk he meets the passionate tug boat captain Katrina (Marisa Tomei). A one night stand with her gives him back his inspiration, but now he can’t get rid of her. Meanwhile, Steven’s 18-year-old son (Evan Ellison) has an argument with his 15-year-old girlfriend’s father, who plans to sue him for kidnapping.
THE STARS: Anne Hathaway has specialized in romantic comedy since Princess Diaries. Peter Dinklage is the hero of Game of Thrones.
The cast of the opening film “She came to me” on the red carpet on Thursday evening (from left): Director Rebecca Miller (L) and actors Anne Hathaway, Peter Dinklage, Joanna Kulig and Evan Ellison Photo: Stefanie Loos / AFP
THE DIRECTOR: Rebecca Miller already showed “Maggie’s Plan” at the Berlinale in 2016.
BEAR CHANCE: None, runs at “Berlinale Special Gala”.
BG RATING: Wants a lot, does little of it. Only a few nice ideas remain. According to the old Berlinale law, the more mediocre the opening film, the better the competition. That gives hope.
EVENTS: 17.2. 2.30pm+5.30pm Verti Music Hall