Die Frau, die sich traut (2013)

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On her 50th birthday, devoted mother and laundry worker Beate faces a life-changing medical diagnosis that prompts her to pursue a long-buried dream: swimming the English Channel. Juggling her daughter’s exams, granddaughter’s care, her son and his pregnant partner, and her best friend’s love life, she throws herself into grueling training. Amid familial resistance, and with friend Henni’s support, Beate braves the Dover–Calais crossing and rediscovers her own strength.

Director: Marc Rensing
Genre: Drama
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Production: ARD
Country: Germany
Language: English, Deutsch
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Die Frau, die sich traut about?
On her 50th birthday, devoted mother and laundry worker Beate faces a life-changing medical diagnosis that prompts her to pursue a long-buried dream: swimming the English Channel. Juggling her daughter’s exams, granddaughter’s care, her son and his pregnant partner, and her best friend’s love life, she throws herself into grueling training. Amid familial resistance, and with friend Henni’s support, Beate braves the Dover–Calais crossing and rediscovers her own strength.
Who directed Die Frau, die sich traut?
Die Frau, die sich traut was directed by Marc Rensing.
Who stars in Die Frau, die sich traut?
Die Frau, die sich traut stars Lena Lessing, Niels-Bruno Schmidt, Ian T. Dickinson, Rainer Strecker, Steffi Kühnert, Jenny Schily.
What genre is Die Frau, die sich traut?
Die Frau, die sich traut is a Drama film.
Where was Die Frau, die sich traut produced?
Die Frau, die sich traut was produced in Germany.