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Poster for “Sisters, or The Balance of Happiness”

Sisters, or The Balance of Happiness 1979

Original title: Schwestern oder Die Balance des Glücks

IMDb 7.2322TMDB 5.7995 min

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Synopsis

Sisters Maria and Anna live together. Maria is a most proficient executive secretary, encouraging Anna to finish her studies and start a career. Anna broods, threatens to quit university, takes pills, and keeps a diary. When Maria's relationship with Maurice, the son of her boss, starts to lead to love, Anna takes a selfish and drastic step that plummets Maria into solitude. No longer able to connect with Maurice, Maria does establish a relationship with Miriam, a typist at her office who becomes a surrogate younger sister. But Maria is intrusive as well as helpful. Can this or any relationship work out for this talented woman whose past seems to choke her soul?

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Mood and atmosphere

Immerse yourself in a poignant exploration of sisterly bonds and the delicate balance of happiness. This film evokes feelings of nostalgia and loneliness, set against an atmospheric backdrop of urban life, where the struggles of ambition and emotional turmoil unfold. The warm colors and intimate cinematography create a cozy yet melancholic vibe, perfect for quiet evenings of reflection. Themes of identity and the quest for connection resonate deeply, as characters navigate the complexities of love, grief, and self-discovery. Ideal for those seeking a slow, introspective experience that beautifully captures the essence of personal growth amidst the challenges of modern life.

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