22 Lanes

Cinema, June 7, 2026, 12:45 PM, Schauburg Filmpalast Drama by Elena Hell, based on the novel by Caroline Wahl Tim Kuhn; starring Luna Wedler, Zoë Baier, Laura Tonke, Jannis Niewöhner, Zoe Fürmann, Eleanor Reissa, Kosmas Schmidt, Ercan Karacayli, and others; Germany 2025, 102 min; FSK: from 12 years. Tilda's (Luna Wedler) daily routine is strictly scheduled: studying, working at the supermarket checkout, swimming, and taking care of her little sister Ida (Zoë Baier). On bad days, she also has to support her alcoholic mother (Laura Tonke). Tilda hates the small town she lives in – where all her friends have long since left. She has stayed behind because someone has to be there for Ida, earn money, and take on responsibility. Then Tilda suddenly gets the prospect of a doctoral position in Berlin while simultaneously meeting Viktor (Jannis Niewöhner), the brother of a friend who passed away a few years ago. They share more than just the fact that they both swim exactly 22 lanes. Just when Tilda starts to believe in a different future, life at home spirals more and more out of control. Mia Maariel Meyer's sensitive adaptation of Caroline Wahl's novel revolves around the unwavering belief in the beauty of life, despite all adversities. An inspiring film about growing up, love, and unconditional solidarity. Presented in the KoKi series "National Film Year". Admission: Normal price €6.00 Reduced* €5.00 GE-Pass holders €3.00 KoKi 10-ticket (normal) €54.00 KoKi 10-ticket (reduced*) €45.00 * The discount is valid for students and holders of the Gelsenkirchen volunteer card upon presentation of a valid ID.