Shifting the Blame
In a project with the concept of open-prison, Benjamin is given the unique chance of a new beginning. As one of seven juvenile offenders he should adopt social skills and experience security in a family-like community. But when he meets his house-mother Eva, he is shocked. She was one of his victims, but cannot recognize him because he was hidden by a mask. His brutal assault on her was never resolved. Ben does his best not to attract attention. But Eva's suspicion is aroused.
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Shifting the Blame
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 19, 2012
Runtime
1h 33m
Genres
Drama
User Score
63%
Original Title
Schuld sind immer die anderen
Production Companies
Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg
Director
Lars-Gunnar Lotz
Description
In a project with the concept of open-prison, Benjamin is given the unique chance of a new beginning. As one of seven juvenile offenders he should adopt social skills and experience security in a family-like community. But when he meets his house-mother Eva, he is shocked. She was one of his victims, but cannot recognize him because he was hidden by a mask. His brutal assault on her was never resolved. Ben does his best not to attract attention. But Eva's suspicion is aroused.