Der verlorene Sohn

The film tells the story of Stefanie Schröder, who is thrilled to reunite with her son Rainer after his two-year imprisonment on terrorism charges. Rainer, having converted to Islam, faces challenges reintegrating into society in Germany. The secret service monitors him closely, making it difficult for him to find work and adapt to life outside prison.

As Stefanie believes Rainer has turned his back on jihad, she manages to get his surveillance lifted. However, her hope quickly fades when she realizes her son may not have changed as much as she thought. The narrative dives into themes of belief, redemption, and the struggles of a family torn apart by ideology and circumstance.