Hilde Breitner

The film follows Hilde Breitner, a factory worker whose life is turned upside down when her husband becomes disabled and eventually dies from occupational illnesses. As financial pressures mount, her daughters each face their own challenges, with one losing her snack stand and the other leaving university to work in the factory.

Hilde's journey leads her to a crucial awakening about workers’ rights, and she steps up to become her workplace’s employee representative. Through her advocacy for change, the film highlights the struggles and triumphs of those seeking justice in an industrial setting.

With a strong cast including Margret Homeyer and Rüdiger Vogler, Hilde Breitner represents a poignant look at the intersection of personal hardship and collective action. This film provides a rich narrative that resonates with themes of empowerment and social responsibility.