The Carlos Benede Story (2017)

  • NR
  • 12/11/2017 (DE)
  • Drama
  • 1h 30m

Overview

Carlos Benede is in his thirties, single and helps minors cope with the after-effects of crime. Alexander is a strong-willed and precocious eleven-year-old, who witnesses the horrific death of his mother by his own father. Benede mentors Alexander and the two develop a bond. But when the trial of Alexander’s father is over, it’s time for the two to part. Alexander has been placed in the care of his aunt, but when she is no longer able, a new caregiver must be found. An unconventional counselor from the youth welfare office learns of Alexander’s trust in Benede, who himself grew up in a home, and reunites the two. Although not always easy, the relationship grows and deepens into one of father and son.

Johannes Fabrick

Director

Cast

Matthias Koeberlin's headshot

Matthias Koeberlin

Carlos Benede
Joshio Marlon's headshot

Joshio Marlon

Alexander Benede Age 11
Vincent zur Linden's headshot

Vincent zur Linden

Alexander Benede Age 17
Stefanie Stappenbeck's headshot

Stefanie Stappenbeck

Valerie
Michael Wittenborn's headshot

Michael Wittenborn

Herr Jacobs
Jutta Speidel's headshot

Jutta Speidel

Evi
Barbara Auer's headshot

Barbara Auer

Rechtsanwältin Zech
Felix Vörtler's headshot

Felix Vörtler

Staatsanwalt Boie

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