Vickys Alptraum

The film follows Vicky Biel, a woman grappling with alcohol issues who loses custody of her son. In a desperate attempt to regain her parental rights, she resorts to robbing a bank. However, her plans unravel when she is pursued by a criminal named Johnny who coerces her into kidnapping a child, leading to a tense situation where nothing is as it seems.

Featuring a cast that includes notable actors like Katja Flint and Christoph Waltz, Vickys Alptraum delves into the darker aspects of human nature and the lengths one might go to reclaim lost love. The film combines intense drama with thriller elements, making it a noteworthy entry in the genre during the late 1990s.