Auf Anfang

About This Movie

Auf Anfang is a raw and unflinching documentary that captures Michael Scholly's disorientation after 28 years behind bars. The film's tone is somber yet real, allowing viewers to feel the weight of his return to a world that's moved on without him. The pacing is deliberate, mirroring Scholly's internal struggle to reconcile his past with an alien present. What struck me was the practical realism—no gloss, just pure life as he grapples with technology, culture, and personal relationships that have become foreign. Scholly's performance, if you can call it that, is hauntingly authentic. It’s a deep dive into the human psyche post-incarceration, exploring themes of isolation, the passage of time, and the quest for identity. Quite distinctive in its approach, it leaves you pondering long after the credits roll.

Engaging portrayal of life after incarceration.Focuses on personal transformation and societal shifts.Strong emphasis on real-life challenges faced by former inmates.