When does the film screening take place?

The film screening takes place on November 18, 2026, and begins at 6:00 PM.

Where does the event take place?

The event takes place in Aschaffenburg. A specific venue is not provided in the event data.

What is the film about?

The film tells the true story of Lieutenant Charles Eismayer, a feared instructor in the Austrian Armed Forces, and his relationship with openly gay recruit Mario Falak.

How long is the film?

The film itself has a runtime of 87 minutes. The subsequent discussion can extend the total duration of the evening.

Is there a discussion after the screening?

Yes. A discussion is planned following the film screening.

What is the admission fee?

No confirmed ticket price is provided for this event.

Eismayer in Aschaffenburg 2026

Name: Film Screening "Eismayer" and Discussion
Start: 2026-11-18T18:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-18T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Aschaffenburg

Between the Barracks Yard and Heartfelt Truth: “Eismayer” in Aschaffenburg

On November 18, 2026, the award-winning Austrian feature film “Eismayer” will be screened in Aschaffenburg. The screening begins at 6:00 PM and will be accompanied by a discussion. At the center is an unusual love story that intertwines military images of masculinity, secret life plans, and the courage to embrace one's own truth.

A Fearsome Instructor with a Hidden Life

Lieutenant Charles Eismayer is considered the toughest instructor of the Austrian Armed Forces. In the barracks yard, he embodies discipline, toughness, and an unrelenting role model. However, behind this facade, he leads a carefully hidden double life: Eismayer is gay. When openly gay recruit Mario Falak begins his service, the seemingly solid order of the instructor starts to crumble.

Dramaturgy Between Hardness and Intimacy

Director and screenwriter David Wagner tells the story based on true events. His direction moves between strict military formation and quiet moments of personal closeness. The dramaturgy thrives on the contrast between the public image of the uncompromising soldier and the vulnerable private existence of a man who has long kept his feelings under wraps.

Acting Craft with Precise Tension

Gerhard Liebmann portrays Charles Eismayer as a contradictory figure, whose authority and inner insecurity repeatedly struggle with each other. Luka Dimić gives recruit Mario a self-assured, open presence. Julia Koschitz complements the ensemble as Christina Eismayer. The acoustics of military commands, the clearly defined uniforms, and the cool atmosphere of the barracks add a precise visual and emotional structure to the film.

Award-Winning Austrian Drama

“Eismayer” celebrated its world premiere in 2022 at the International Critics' Week of the Venice Film Festival, where it won the award for Best Feature Film. The film was also awarded at the Max Ophüls Prize Film Festival, among others. The production combines a concentrated character study with a queer love story and an intense examination of structural homophobia and outdated concepts of strength.

Film Screening with Follow-Up Discussion

The Aschaffenburg stage experience takes place not on a theater stage, but in the concentrated space of the film screening: light, screen, voices, and music lead into a world where every gesture carries meaning. The subsequent discussion opens up the opportunity to delve deeper into the themes of the film together and discuss identity, prejudices, social role models, and the transformation of institutional cultures.

Conclusion: A Film that Resonates Long After

“Eismayer” promises an intense evening of military drama, love story, and social reflection. The event focuses on an extraordinary biography and makes visible how hardness can create vulnerability and how a strictly guarded secret can form a possible path to freedom. Those who appreciate demanding cinematic art and stimulating discussion will experience an evening in Aschaffenburg that has a lasting impact.