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Mascha Schilinski’s 'Sound of Falling' Earns Acclaim as Cannes Competition Opener

The German director’s exploration of generational trauma marks the first German-directed main competition entry at Cannes since 2017.

In den Wettbewerb des Festival de Cannes eingeladen: „In die Sonne schauen“
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Overview

  • Mascha Schilinski's second feature, 'In die Sonne schauen' (internationally titled 'Sound of Falling'), opened the Palme d’Or competition at the 78th Cannes Film Festival on May 14, 2025.
  • The film has received critical acclaim, including a four-star review from The Hollywood Reporter and praise from Variety for its innovative narrative and sound design.
  • Set on a remote East German farm, the film examines how trauma is passed through four generations of women, blending poetic visuals and non-linear storytelling.
  • This marks the first German-directed film in Cannes’ main competition since 2017, and the first by a German female director since 2016.
  • The 78th Cannes Film Festival continues until May 24, with Schilinski’s work already positioning her as a standout voice in contemporary cinema.