The movie, released in 1981, is based on the true story of Christiane Vera Felscherinow and her autobiography "Wir Kinder vom Bahnhof Zoo" (We Children from the Zoo Station). The story depicts the struggles of Christiane as she becomes addicted to heroin and is forced to prostitute herself to support her habit.
The film portrays the bleak reality of drug addiction and the dangerous lifestyle that comes with it. It shows the desperation and hopelessness that Christiane and her friends experience as they try to get their next fix. The movie also highlights the lack of support and resources for young drug addicts.
The film's soundtrack includes songs from popular German bands such as David Bowie, Iggy Pop, and Nina Hagen, which became hits in their own right.
"Christiane F." was a controversial movie upon its release, as it showed the harsh realities of drug addiction and prostitution. It remains a cult classic and a significant portrayal of the drug culture in Berlin in the 1970s.