Four Minutes is a German drama film directed by Chris Kraus that tells the story of a young woman named Jenny von Loeben, played by Hannah Herzsprung, who has been sentenced to prison for murder. While serving her time, she meets an elderly piano teacher named Traude Krüger, played by Monica Bleibtreu, who recognizes her talent as a pianist and decides to train her for a piano competition that could change her life.
As Traude teaches Jenny, she also learns about her tragic past and the circumstances that led her to commit the crime that landed her in prison. Traude believes that music can transform Jenny's life and help her overcome her troubled past, but as the competition approaches, their relationship becomes strained as Jenny struggles to confront the memories and emotions that haunt her.
The film is a powerful exploration of the redemptive power of music and the complex relationship between two women from different generations who both carry deep pain and secrets. The performances by the lead actresses are outstanding and the film's score, which features pieces by Bach and Chopin, adds to the emotional intensity of the story.
Four Minutes was critically acclaimed and won several awards, including Best Actress for Bleibtreu at the German Film Awards and the Audience Award at the Rotterdam International Film Festival. It's a gripping and emotional drama that is sure to leave an impact on viewers.
