Softness of Bodies is a film directed by Jordan Blady and released in 2018. The movie explores the life of a Berlin-based American writer named Charlotte, who is struggling to find inspiration for her latest literary work. She spends most of her time hanging out with her friends, drinking, partying, and getting involved in various relationships.
One day, Charlotte decides to steal a book from a local bookstore, but gets caught by the shop owner. This incident leads to an unlikely friendship between the two, and Charlotte starts working at the bookstore to pay off her debt. As she spends more time in the bookstore, Charlotte starts to realize the importance of literature and begins to find inspiration for her work.
However, her personal life becomes increasingly complicated as she gets involved with a man named Joseph, who is emotionally unavailable. She also meets a new friend, Lena, who introduces her to the world of the Berlin art scene.
Softness of Bodies highlights the struggles of being an artist in a foreign country, the complexities of relationships, and the importance of finding inspiration in unexpected places. The film features a talented cast, including Dasha Nekrasova as Charlotte, Johannes von Matuschka as Joseph, and Antonia Campbell-Hughes as Lena.