Direction: Sherry Hormann

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Sherry Hormann. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


3096 Days

2013 · Movie · 109 min. · Germany

Direction Sherry Hormann

Cast Antonia Campbell-Hughes · Thure Lindhardt · Vlasto Peyitch · Trine Dyrholm

Synopsis 3096 Days (2013) chronicles the harrowing true story of a young Austrian woman who is abducted and confined against her will for nearly a decade. The film delves into the psychological and emotional turmoil she endures during her prolonged captivity,...

6.6

689 votes

6.6

689 votes

Desert Flower

2009 · Movie · 120 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Sherry Hormann

Cast Liya Kebede · Sally Hawkins · Craig Parkinson · Tim Seyfi

Synopsis Desert Flower (2009) chronicles the extraordinary journey of Waris Dirie, a Somali nomad who endured a harrowing childhood marked by female genital mutilation at the tender age of five and was subsequently forced into marriage at thirteen. Despite these early...

6.5

3K votes

6.5

3K votes

Guys and Balls

2004 · Movie · 106 min. · Germany

Direction Sherry Hormann

Cast Maximilian Brückner · Lisa Maria Potthoff · Dietmar Bär · Saskia Vester

Synopsis Guys and Balls (2004) follows the journey of Ecki, a young man who balances his job at a bakery in Dortmund with his passion for soccer on his local team. Facing intense scrutiny for his poor performance, Ecki's life takes...

6.4

56 votes

6.4

56 votes

Direction Sherry Hormann

Cast Nina Petri · Petra Wright · William Sanford · Archie Kao

Synopsis Against All Evidence (TV) (2002) follows the gripping journey of a devoted mother who embarks on a relentless quest to shield her daughter from the harsh consequences of capital punishment. When her daughter is entangled in a legal battle that...

3.4

80 votes

3.4

80 votes

The Pursuit of Unhappiness

2012 · Movie · 87 min. · Germany

Direction Sherry Hormann

Cast Johanna Wokalek · Iris Berben · David Kross · Itay Tiran

Synopsis The Pursuit of Unhappiness (2012) centers around Tiffany, a woman in her late 20s who is known for her neurotic, moody, and superstitious nature. Despite her tendency to be contradictory and single, she runs a gourmet shop in Berlin where...

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Direction Umut Dag · Sherry Hormann

Cast Naemi Florez · Ludwig Simon · Alexander Scheer · Nina Kunzendorf

Synopsis House of Promises (TV Series) (2022) transports viewers to the vibrant yet tumultuous streets of 1920s Berlin. The city, though glittering with promise, is also plagued by widespread poverty and rampant criminal activity. Amidst this backdrop, a young woman named...

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A Regular Woman

2019 · Movie · 96 min. · Germany

Direction Sherry Hormann

Cast Almila Bagriacik

Synopsis A Regular Woman (2019) delves into the life of Hatun Ayhrun Sürücü, a German woman with Turkish roots, as she navigates her journey towards independence amidst her family's disapproval. Her siblings reject her chosen path, leading to a series of...

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Direction Christian Görlitz · Filippos Tsitos · Thomas Jahn · Torsten C. Fischer

Cast Christian Berkel · Antonia Cäcilia Holfelder · Suzan Anbeh · Nils Nelleßen

Synopsis Der Kriminalist (TV Series) (2006) follows the journey of Bruno Schumann, a unique and formidable criminal investigator. Known for his intelligence, relentlessness, and keen observational skills, Schumann approaches each case with unwavering dedication, ensuring that no mystery remains unsolved. Accompanied...

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