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German Teen's 9/11 Reflection in New Mexico
14 Apr
Summary
- Film follows a German exchange student in New Mexico after 9/11.
- Luxbox acquired international sales rights for the drama.
- Wim Wenders is among the producers of the film.
Katharina Rivilis's drama "I'll Be Gone in June" has secured international sales representation from Luxbox. The film follows Franny, a 16-year-old German exchange student who arrives in Las Cruces, New Mexico, in 2001. As the United States experiences the profound impact of 9/11, Franny navigates her new surroundings and finds an unexpected connection with Elliott. Their shared melancholy blossoms into tenderness amidst the desert landscape. The film, produced by Wim Wenders and others, captures a unique atmosphere of nostalgia and youthful wandering. "I'll Be Gone in June" has been selected for competition in the prestigious Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival, marking a significant milestone for the production.
