The Coming Days

Set in the year 2020, “The Days to Come” envisions a future where the European Union has disintegrated after the fourth Gulf War, and towering barricades are erected to keep illegal immigrants out of struggling cities. At the heart of this turbulent scenario is the Kuper family, led by Walter, an executive in the energy sector. His daughter, Cecilia, has aligned herself with the Black Storm terrorist organization. Meanwhile, her sister Laura faces a dilemma between embracing motherhood and staying with the man she loves. Their brother, Philip, is drafted to fight for Germany in a futile conflict over the last oil reserves. Featuring acclaimed actors Daniel Brühl, Johanna Wokalek, and Jürgen Vogel, the film raises thought-provoking questions about contemporary issues by portraying a disturbingly plausible near-future, blending personal and political narratives.