Sandra Hüller in the film Rose: The star's grand return at the Berlinale festival

During the 76th Berlin International Film Festival, critics' attention focused on the latest work by Markus Schleinzer titled "Rose". The title role was played by Sandra Hüller, who, after successes in productions such as "The Zone of Interest" and "Anatomy of a Fall", once again proves her extraordinary acting prowess. The Berlinale became the stage for a black-and-white film set in the realities of 17th-century Germany, just after the end of the Thirty Years' War. The production examines the mechanisms of gender privilege and the difficulties associated with nonconformity in feudal society. The main character, whose real name is never mentioned in the film, lives disguised as a male soldier, which allows her access to freedoms unavailable to women at the time. The narration led by Marisa Growaldt gives the whole a raw, almost documentary character. Critics from prestigious editorial offices such as Variety and The Hollywood Reporter emphasize that Hüller acts with remarkable economy of means, while emanating enormous inner strength. In 17th-century Europe, the phenomenon of "women in trousers", i.e., women adopting male identities to serve in the army or travel, was a rare but recorded manifestation of resistance against restrictive social norms. During a press conference in Berlin, the actress drew attention to the timeliness of the film's theme. „The stigmatization of people who do not fit into traditional gender roles, which we present in the realities of the seventeenth century, unfortunately is gaining strength again today.” — Sandra Hüller The film "Rose" is considered one of the strongest points of this year's main competition, and Hüller's phenomenal performance places her among the favorites for the Silver Bear award. Schleinzer's drama is not merely a history lesson, but a precise commentary on contemporary debates about identity and individual freedom in the face of oppressive state and religious structures. 17 — century in which the action of the film Rose takes place The reception of the film confirms Sandra Hüller's status as one of the most outstanding contemporary European actresses. Reviewers praise the way the artist uses silence and gaze, building a character full of determination and pride despite a tragic situation. Director Markus Schleinzer, known for his attention to historical details, created a minimalist work that, according to experts from Deadline, sets new standards in the historical cinema genre. Sandra Hüller: European Film Award: 2, César: 1, Silver Bear: 1