When does the screening begin?

The screening begins on September 14, 2026, at 5:45 PM.

How long is the film?

The runtime is approximately 88 minutes.

What is the entry price?

The standard price is €7.50. Reduced admission is €6.50.

Where does the event take place?

At Schauburg Filmpalast, Horster Straße 6, 45897 Gelsenkirchen.

Is the film suitable for teenagers?

Yes, the film is rated for ages 12 and up.

Are there reduced tickets available?

Yes, the reduction applies, among others, to students, students, retirees, unemployed persons, people with disabilities, and holders of the Gelsenkirchen volunteer card.

Summer on Asphalt: A warm-hearted tragicomedy about family, freedom, and responsibility

Name: Summer on Asphalt
Start: 2026-09-14T19:45:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-14T21:13:00+02:00
Location: Schauburg Filmpalast

Summer on Asphalt: A touching tragicomedy about freedom, family, and the next decision

At the Schauburg Filmpalast in Gelsenkirchen, Summer on Asphalt unfolds a finely crafted stage experience on screen on September 14, 2026: fast, light-footed, and yet full of emotional depth. Simon Ostermann tells the story of a bike courier who stumbles into a new reality amidst the pace of the city, an unplanned pregnancy, and a suddenly appearing father.

A story that begins with pace and stays with feeling

Les lives in sync with the city, navigating delivery routes, a circle of friends, and a daily life that leaves no room for stagnation. The tension of this production lies precisely in this: The film starts with movement, but each scene opens more space for the past, responsibility, and the question of one’s own place in life. Christoph Maria Herbst gives father Bert a laconic presence that immediately commands respect, while Mala Emde carries the main character with effortless authenticity.

Dramaturgy between lightness and existential depth

The dramaturgy relies on contrasts. Witty dialogues, precisely observed everyday moments, and a warm, never garish visual language keep the action flowing. At the same time, the film gently tightens the emotional screw: pregnancy, alienation, illness, and the fragile closeness between father and daughter form a narrative web that resonates long beneath the surface. It is precisely this balance that makes the charm of Simon Ostermann’s direction.

Acting that shines in the details

The casting lends the film its inner credibility. Mala Emde does not portray Les as a heroic figure, but as a young woman in transition, both vulnerable and quick-witted. Christoph Maria Herbst adds subtle comedic and melancholic accents without ever allowing the character to tip into the shrill. Aaron Hilmer complements the ensemble with youthful uncertainty, adding extra tension to the tragicomedy. Thus, a performance art emerges that aims not at effect but at truthfulness.

Audience proximity at Schauburg Filmpalast

The Schauburg Filmpalast provides the perfect setting for this KoKi experience. The traditional cinema in Gelsenkirchen-Buer stands for concentrated screen moments, a curious audience, and an atmosphere where arthouse cinema can truly have an impact. Those who take a seat here do not experience a loud event evening but a finely crafted film night with space for reflection and audience reaction.

Conclusion: A summer film with heart, pace, and resonance

Summer on Asphalt combines zest for life and fear of loss, family history and a spirit of departure into a moving cinematic experience. Those who love clever tragicomedies with human warmth should not miss this date. At the Schauburg Filmpalast awaits a film that seems light yet hits deep. A must-see live.