What is "The Frog and the Water" about?

"The Frog and the Water" is a film that follows a young German man with Down syndrome, Buschi, and a Japanese tourist, Hideo, as they form an unexpected bond on a journey through Germany.

Who directed "The Frog and the Water"?

The film was directed by Thomas Stuber, who co-wrote the script with Gotthart Kuppel and Hyoe Yamamoto.

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Wordless Wanderers: Two Lonely Souls Find Connection on Unexpected Journey Across Germany

Q: Where is "The Frog and the Water" premiering?

"The Frog and the Water" is set to world premiere at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival in November 2025.

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Summary

A young German man with Down syndrome and a Japanese tourist form an unexpected bond on a journey through Germany
The film explores themes of loneliness, communication, and self-discovery
Director Thomas Stuber was drawn to the script's slow pace and focus on details

Wordless Wanderers: Two Lonely Souls Find Connection on Unexpected Journey Across Germany

In November 2025, the film "The Frog and the Water" (Der Frosch und das Wasser) is set to world premiere at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival. Directed by Thomas Stuber, the film follows a young German man with Down syndrome, Buschi, who chooses not to speak, and a Japanese tourist, Hideo, as they cross paths in Germany and go on a journey together.

Buschi's routine at an assisted living facility leaves no room for surprises, but he seizes the chance to join a tour of Japanese tourists traveling through Germany. On this unusual trip, Buschi forms a wordless friendship with Hideo, a man on a journey of his own. The two lonely souls connect in a way that goes beyond words, exploring themes of communication, self-discovery, and the power of unexpected bonds.