Uckfield Screens Fatherland
A poignant biographical drama about Thomas Mann's return to post-war Germany, directed by Paweł Pawlikowski. The film explores the complexities of a nation in ruins and the personal struggles of a literary icon.
Dir: Paweł Pawlikowski
Cast: Sandra Hüller, Hanns Zischler, August Diehl, Anna Madeley, Devid Striesow, David Menkin, Joachim Meyerhoff, Enno Trebs
82 mins · 2026 · Poland, Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom · Cert 12A · German, English, Russian, French, Polish
IMDb 7.3/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 96% · Metacritic 90/100 · TMDB 7.3/10
Awards: 1 win & 6 nominations total
In the ravaged landscape of post-war Germany, a father and daughter embark on a road trip that will take them across a nation divided, from the US-dominated Frankfurt to the Soviet-controlled Weimar, in a poignant exploration of identity, culture, and the complexities of a country in ruins.
What kind of film is Fatherland? Fatherland is a biographical period drama, directed by Paweł Pawlikowski, with a runtime of 100 minutes, and certified 12A. The film features a talented cast, including Sandra Hüller, Hanns Zischler, and August Diehl, and is a German-language production with subtitles.
How was the film received? The film has garnered widespread critical acclaim, with impressive scores from IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic, TMDB, and Trakt. Critics have praised the film's direction, cinematography, and performances, with many considering it a masterpiece of artistic discipline.
What's special about this screening? The Picture House in Uckfield will be screening Fatherland from Friday, 13 November 2026, to Wednesday, 18 November 2026. Tickets are on sale: say tickets are with the button beside the article.
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What viewers say
Manuel São Bento · 5/10
Check out my full review @ https://www.manuelsbento.com/fatherland-2026-gorgeous-black-and-white-cant-bring-a-cold-story-to-life/ Rating: C FATHERLAND was my first Paweł Pawlikowski film, and it left me with mixed feelings. It’s one of the most beautifully shot movies of the year, with sculpture-like black-and-white images, and a sharp contrast between the two halves of a divided Germany. Sandra Hüller is excellent as the only character allowed…
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Brent Marchant · 8/10
Imagine the disillusionment of being honored for your accomplishments only to find out that those accolades are intrinsically insincere, an attempt to tap into your recognition as a means to win over your tacit support in a battle of wills between two powerful forces. Are your achievements being praised for their merits, or are they being exploited simply to help fulfill another’s agenda? And would you rightly feel that your reputation had…
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