Death is an asshole | Dokumentale 2025

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An unconventional funeral director and his team are committed to helping society find a better way of dealing with death and grief - more empathetic, honest and open. They offer a new approach to dealing with loss and address the emotional needs of the bereaved. But how do they deal with cases that affect them personally? This sensitive documentary shows how funeral directors balance their professional duties and emotions and provides a fresh, in-depth perspective on dealing with grief and bereavement.

"Death is an asshole" | Michael Schwarz / Germany / 2025 / 79 min.

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An unconventional undertaker and his team strive to change how society views death and grief-by embracing empathy, honesty, and openness. They take a new, more compassionate approach to mourning, focusing on the emotional needs of the bereaved. But when they are faced with cases that move them personally, even these professionals are forced to confront the raw, vulnerable side of their work. This subtle documentary captures the delicate balance between duty and personal emotion, offering a fresh, poignant perspective on loss and remembrance.

"Death is an Asshole" | Michael Schwarz / Germany / 2025 / 79 min