What Marielle Knows

WHAT MARIELLE KNOWS (Was Marielle weiß)

Frédéric Hambalek | Germany | 2025 | 86 minutes | German

Cast: Felix Kramer, Julia Jentsch, Laeni Geiseler

A teenage girl suddenly develops a remarkable telepathic ability, allowing her to hear and see everything her parents do—day and night. This witty and entertaining family drama explores what happens when small and large secrets alike are brought to light, turning the family's carefully balanced dynamics upside down.

Julia and Tobias find themselves in a series of humorous yet awkward situations after their daughter Marielle unexpectedly gains the ability to read minds. As long-buried family secrets begin to surface, they struggle to preserve their privacy and maintain a sense of normality.

The film follows parents Julia and Tobias and their daughter Marielle as they face an extraordinary challenge when Marielle suddenly acquires telepathic powers, enabling her to hear and witness everything her parents do. As her newfound ability exposes hidden family secrets, the couple becomes entangled in a manipulative game that leads to increasingly uncomfortable and absurd situations. With sharp wit and subtle humour, the film explores the gap between outward appearances and inner truths, raising questions about trust, identity, honesty, and privacy in contemporary family life. Through intimate performances and understated comedy, it offers a thought-provoking reflection on truth, personal boundaries, and the roles we play, blurring the line between reality and the surreal.

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TICKETS 

Tickets are available at the Posavje Museum Brežice reception.

Festival Pass

€35 – Adults

€20 – Students, pensioners and unemployed visitors

The festival pass includes admission to 15 screenings. The first 50 festival passes also include a ticket to the Opening Night. Purchase available until 24 August 2026. 

Single Screening Ticket

€5 – Adults

€3 – Students, pensioners and unemployed visitors

Single tickets are available for screenings taking place from Thursday, 27 August, to Saturday, 29 August 2026. Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day of the screening at the Posavje Museum Brežice reception.