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Angela Schanelec's 'My Wife Cries' Premieres at Berlin Film Festival

2/18/2026

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Angela Schanelec's film My Wife Cries premiered at the 2026 Berlin Film Festival.
The romantic tragedy follows a deteriorating relationship between Thomas and Carla, using long takes, minimal dialogue, and static frames.
Carla reveals her affair and the car accident that kills her lover, prompting an exploration of love.
The performances, particularly by actress Agathe Bonitzer, deepen the film's emotional depth as it seeks U.S. distribution.

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Story summary

Angela Schanelec's film My Wife Cries premiered at the 2026 Berlin Film Festival.
The romantic tragedy follows a deteriorating relationship between Thomas and Carla, using long takes, minimal dialogue, and static frames.
Carla reveals her affair and the car accident that kills her lover, prompting an exploration of love.
The performances, particularly by actress Agathe Bonitzer, deepen the film's emotional depth as it seeks U.S. distribution.