
The Meaning of a Ritual
Overview
An empathic, young plant doctor gifted with extrasensory powers and an emotionally fragile, isolated artist, must rescue each other to rediscover the essence of living. A coming of age story about two women from different generations, who have more in common than they are willing to admit.
Top Cast
Elli Treptow
Malea (Protagonist)

Annette Pausch
Franka
Karin Mühlhoff
Mrs. Albrecht

Anna Pfingsten
Fleur
Katinka Muth
Alexis
Sisi Forster
Leah
Alexandra Ebert
June
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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