Shells
Schalentiere
Synopsis
Margot enjoys life pleasures: eating, drinking, smoking, dressing in nice clothes. However, when her proposal for an advertising campaign is rejected, she becomes aware of how lonely she feels. Then Anna stands at her door. Anna was sent by the health insurance to make Margot lose weight. Every evening Anna prepares a healthy, light dinner for Margot. Margot is gradually overcomes her aversion towards Anna, who keeps her company during their dinners. A fine and fragile friendship develops. Yet, when Margot gains weight again, the insurance orders Anna to end the mission. At their last dinner, their friendship is put to the test and secrets are unveiled.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nina Kovacs
- Screenplay & Story
- Nina Kovacs
- Original Title
- Schalentiere
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- TILT Production, SRF, F+F Schule für Kunst und Design
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nina Kovacs
Nina Kovacs
Simon Denzler
Selin Dettwiler
Department Leadership Roster
Nina Kovacs
Director
Simon Denzler
Director of Photography
Selin Dettwiler
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shells
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shells about?
Margot enjoys life pleasures: eating, drinking, smoking, dressing in nice clothes. However, when her proposal for an advertising campaign is rejected, she becomes aware of how lonely she feels. Then Anna stands at her door. Anna was sent by the health insurance to make Margot lose weight. Every evening Anna prepares a healthy, light dinner for Margot. Margot is gradually overcomes her aversion towards Anna, who keeps her company during their dinners. A fine and fragile friendship develops. Yet, when Margot gains weight again, the insurance orders Anna to end the mission. At their last dinner, their friendship is put to the test and secrets are unveiled.
Who directed Shells?
Shells was directed by Nina Kovacs.
Who stars in Shells?
The principal cast of Shells includes Rebecca Lindauer, Judith Koch, Patric Gehrig, Ragna Guderian, Juri Elmer.
When was Shells released and how long is it?
Shells was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 20m.