Ein Anfang von etwas

The story follows Herbert, a projectionist in a shabby Viennese theater, who leads a solitary life with his red cat. His routine includes visiting his mother in a nursing home and attending meetings with friends and a savings club. Herbert's main goal is to save money to emigrate to the U.S. to buy his own theater and find his estranged father.

The arrival of Rita, a young student, disrupts Herbert's simple life, bringing new dynamics and challenges. This film delves into the complexities of human connections and the dreams that drive us, set against the backdrop of Vienna. Its unique narrative and character-driven storyline may appeal to collectors interested in international cinema or the works of Christoph Waltz.