You had to know that German-language filmmakers have been anxious to reclaim their reputation as angst-ridden brooders -- what with those upstart Yanks and films like American Beauty and Happiness tackling the soulless hell of suburban life.

You Amerikans are so naive. You think you know gotterdammerung of the soul? Ha! You know nothing about degradation and emptiness! Watch and learn, liebchen.
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