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If You Are Afraid You Put Your Heart into Your Mouth and Smile
4.0 / 10• 2025• 1h 27m•NR• German
Drama
Storyline
Anna, 12, lives with her deaf mother in a loving bond, yet under humble conditions, that are a source of social shame when she begins high school. Staying close to its heroines, this refreshing debut blends solidarity, feminism and tons of melodies.
Cast & Crew
SP
Siena Popović
Anna
LeadMM
Mariya Menner
Isolde
JP
Jessica Paar
Mara
AS
Alessandro Scheibner
Paul
AK
Alperen Köse
Fahred
KR
Kathrin Resetarits
Teacher Iris Lust
Daniel Sea
Mara's Father
Markus Schramm
Atila
What People Are Saying
2.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Marie Luise Lehner's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. If You Are Afraid You Put Your Heart into Your Mouth and Smile is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
