LOVE ME TENDER at the Shell Cinema Mainz: Queer cinema with great emotional power
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LOVE ME TENDER: An intense queer psychological drama at the Mainz Shell Cinema
On Tuesday, November 17, 2026, FILMZ invites you to a moving cinema evening at the Shell Cinema of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. The award-winning drama LOVE ME TENDER featuring Vicky Krieps will be shown. The film tells the story of a mother caught between personal freedom, lesbian desire, and the struggle for custody of her son.
A film about self-determination and family
Clémence has left her life as a lawyer and is working on her first novel. When she tells her ex-husband Laurent about her relationships with women, the family situation changes radically. Laurent demands sole custody of their son Paul. What begins as a personal new beginning evolves into a grueling conflict over motherhood, societal expectations, and the right to a self-determined life.
Vicky Krieps in a powerful lead role
Vicky Krieps embodies Clémence with great emotional presence. Her character navigates vulnerability, anger, and resolute resistance. Director Anna Cazenave Cambet intertwines intimate family scenes with the tension of a custody conflict and creates a fearless psychological drama without easy answers.
Festival film with international attention
LOVE ME TENDER was showcased in 2025 in the Un Certain Regard section of the Cannes Film Festival. The drama is based on the autobiographically influenced novel by Constance Debré and was produced as a French-Luxembourgish co-production. With a runtime of approximately 134 minutes, the evening allows for an intense cinematic engagement with queer identity, family, and societal recognition.
A special cinema experience at the Shell Cinema
The Shell Cinema of FILMZ combines accessible cinema culture with a special event atmosphere on campus. Cushions, cool drinks, and an open audience mood make the event series a popular meeting point for students and film lovers. Admission begins at 20:00, and the film starts at 20:30. It will be shown in the original version with German subtitles, if available.
Conclusion: Moving cinema for a special evening
Visitors can expect an emotional and consistently told drama about love, parenthood, and personal freedom. Those wanting to experience demanding queer cinema in a communal atmosphere will find an intense film evening with lasting impact at FILMZ. Admission is free – mark your calendar now and experience the Shell Cinema live.
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