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Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Saša Vajda
- Screenplay & Story
- Saša Vajda
- Original Title
- The Lights, They Fall
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Release Date
- 20/08/2026
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, German, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Schuldenberg Films, vajda film UG, Das kleine Fernsehspiel
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Saša Vajda
Saša Vajda
Department Leadership Roster
Saša Vajda
Director
Saša Vajda
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Drug Consumption • Stressful Scenes
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lights, They Fall
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Lights, They Fall about?
Sixteen-year-old Ilay drifts through the summer on the outskirts of Berlin while a palliative nurse accompanies his ailing mother during her last days.
Who directed The Lights, They Fall?
The Lights, They Fall was directed by Saša Vajda.
Who stars in The Lights, They Fall?
The principal cast of The Lights, They Fall includes Mohammed Yassin Ben Majdouba, Flor Prieto Catemaxca, Mahira Hakberdieva, Safet Bajraj, Shanthi Philipp.
When was The Lights, They Fall released and how long is it?
The Lights, They Fall was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Lights, They Fall?
The Lights, They Fall holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).