Nebelgrind (2012)
Release Year: 2012
Nation: Switzerland
Alternative Title: La tête dans les nuages, Head in the Clouds
Director: Barbara Kulcsar
Writer: Eveline Stähelin, Josy Meier
Production & Genre
Producer: producer: Lukas Hobi
producer (as Reto Schaerli): Reto Schärli
Companies: Schweizer Fernsehen (SF), Zodiac Pictures International
Genre: Drama
Budget: N/A
Awards & Similar
Awards:
Similar: N/A
Keywords
Keywords: alzheimer's patient, f rated, family relationships, female nudity
Story
Farmer Jürg's wife Fränzi abruptly leaves him for two weeks, leaving him responsible for their farm, children, and his forgetful father Karli. Initially believing that Karli's memory lapses are minor, Jürg soon realizes upon taking care of the household alone that Karli is actually suffering from Alzheimer's disease. Faced with this revelation and the challenges of managing the farm single-handedly, Jürg must adapt and come up with creative solutions to cope.
Summary
'Nebelgrind' (2012) is a dramatic film directed by Barbara Kulcsar that follows Farmer Jürg as he navigates the sudden responsibilities thrust upon him when his wife leaves for two weeks. The story delves into the themes of family, responsibility, and coping with unexpected challenges, particularly focusing on Jürg's realization about his father's Alzheimer's disease.
