A Sad and Beautiful World at filmforum: Great emotions in Duisburg

A Sad and Beautiful World at filmforum Duisburg: a love story under the pressure of history

With A Sad and Beautiful World, filmforum Duisburg presents a tragicomic love story on screen, telling of Beirut, of the scars of war, and of the persistent power of affection. Nino and Yasmina, born on the same day in the same hospital, meet again after years and are swept into a current of fate, hope, and political reality. The film was awarded the Audience Prize at its premiere in Venice and is described as a finely balanced mix of romance, lightness, and existential gravity. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/a-sad-and-beautiful-world-51555/?utm_source=openai))

When love meets an uneasy world

Director Cyril Aris does not tell a smooth romance but rather a moving stage experience filled with emotions, losses, and small moments of happiness. Critics particularly highlight the chemistry between Mounia Akl and Hasan Akil, whose performances imbue the characters with naturalness and inner tension. This creates a cinema evening that does not loudly boast but resonates with precision. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/a-sad-and-beautiful-world-51555/?utm_source=openai))

Dramaturgy between romcom and political tragedy

The dramaturgy spans decades and connects private longing with the historical reality of Lebanon. This very intertwining makes the production so appealing: from the seemingly light tone grows a multifaceted portrait of home, departure, and the impossibility of separating one’s own life from major upheavals. Trigon-film describes the storytelling as playful and energetic, with dynamic direction and cleverly placed time jumps. ([trigon-film.org](https://trigon-film.org/de/filme/a-sad-and-beautiful-world/?utm_source=openai))

The atmosphere at filmforum: classic cinema with character

filmforum Duisburg is Germany's first municipal cinema and has been a venue for demanding film culture since 1959. The auditorium in the city center blends 1950s flair with curated present-day films, with daily screenings, a central location at Dellplatz, and a clear focus on film art beyond the mainstream. Those who take a seat here experience not just a screening, but a precisely composed cinema atmosphere. ([duisburg.de](https://www.duisburg.de/tourismus/stadt_erleben/freizeitundaktiv/filmforum))

Practical information for the cinema evening

The film runs for 110 minutes and is rated for ages 12 and up. According to the program, the screening starts on August 25, 2026, at 20:30; the regular admission price at filmforum is 9.90 euros; online fees are already included, special events may vary. The box office usually opens 30 minutes before the screening starts, the venue is accessible via Dellplatz 16 in 47051 Duisburg; a parking garage at Wallstraße 34 is available according to travel information. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/a-sad-and-beautiful-world-51555/?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: An intense film evening with heart and reverberation

A Sad and Beautiful World promises a finely observed love drama with political depth, supported by strong performers and a production that intertwines emotion and world situation. In filmforum Duisburg, this film unfolds its special effect: focused, atmospheric, and touching. Anyone looking for cinema with substance should experience this evening live. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/a-sad-and-beautiful-world-51555/?utm_source=openai))

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Sources:

• filmforum Duisburg - A Sad and Beautiful World
• filmforum Duisburg - Prices and Opening Hours
• filmforum Duisburg - Contact and Directions
• filmforum Duisburg - Accessibility Statement and Imprint
• City of Duisburg - filmforum Duisburg
• epd Film - Review of A Sad and Beautiful World
• trigon-film - A Sad and Beautiful World