Leben auf Kredit

Melanie, a student with a penchant for overspending, finds herself in a bind after taking out loans against her grandmother's farm. With two banks involved and a pressing deadline from the cantonal bank and private banker Doctor Tobler, the stakes are high as she must raise 160,000 francs in six weeks.

The film showcases a blend of comedy and drama as Melanie navigates her financial chaos while managing her relationships, including a romantic interest in the French ambassador interested in her antiques. The screenplay provides a humorous yet insightful look into the pitfalls of financial irresponsibility and the lengths one might go to resolve their debts.

For collectors of TV movies or Swiss cinema, Leben auf Kredit presents a unique storyline that combines humor with a relatable theme of financial struggle. The film features performances by Pablo Aguilar, Heidy Forster, Patrick Frey, and Kamil Krejčí, adding to its appeal within the genre.