Tag und Nacht (Day and Night) is a 2010 German drama film directed by Sabine Bernardi. The film follows the lives of two young women, Lulu and Alex, who decide to become prostitutes for different reasons. Lulu dreams of a glamorous life and financial independence while Alex wants to escape her mundane existence.
They initially enjoy their new lives of meeting wealthy clients in luxurious hotels. However, as they become more involved in the business, their friendship is tested and they start to face the harsh realities of sex work. Lulu falls for a married client and Alex starts to feel guilt and shame.
The film provides an unflinching portrayal of the exploitation and dangers that come with sex work. It also touches on larger societal issues like class inequality and the limited options available to women from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
Tag und Nacht received mixed reviews from critics, but was praised for the performances of the two lead actresses, Anna Rot and Magdalena Kronschläger. It was also noted for its realistic portrayal of sex work and the challenging subject matter it tackled.