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Heads Up

Democracy must be revived every day. Heads Up is more than just a home-invasion thriller - it is a reflection of our complex political landscape. In a time when political ideologies are more polarized than ever, the film delves into themes of fanaticism, ideology, and the hard choice between belonging and breaking out.

The story follows six friends from a wealthy background who find themselves trapped in a deadly confrontation with armed intruders from a radical left-wing "terrorist" organization called Heads Up. As the night unfolds, they must confront their fears, question their beliefs, and fight for survival in a battle where morality is not as clear-cut as it seems.

With gripping tension, emotional depth, and unexpected revelations, Heads Up challenges its audience to reflect on the state of democracy, the dangers of extremism, and the fragility of societal order. More than just entertainment, the film is an invitation to question the world we shape and the choices we make.

As director Charif Ounis states: “Democracy is more than just casting a vote. It is a responsibility we must uphold every day.”

  • Charif Ounis
    Director
  • Luca Müller
    Writer
  • Bigna Gadient
    Writer
  • Lilly Weiss
    Writer
  • Virginia Moersch
    Writer
  • Lisa-Marie Stenzel
    Writer
  • Luisa Xavier
    Producer
  • Charif Ounis
    Producer
  • Silvana Synovia
    Key Cast
  • Wolf Danny Homann
    Key Cast
  • Lilly Weiss
    Key Cast
  • Luca Müller
    Key Cast
  • Bigna Gadient
    Key Cast
  • Virginia Moersch
    Key Cast
  • Lisa-Marie Stenzel
    Key Cast
  • Laura Fernandez
    Key Cast
  • Metehan Demiröz
    Key Cast
  • Margo Romagnoli
    Director or Photography
  • Frorian Simon Krefting
    Music
  • Marco Romagnoli
    Film Editor
  • Kim Vu
    Sound Design
  • Raphael Kohler
    Sound Mix
  • Thomas Supke
    Sound Mix
  • Fabian Kucper
    Gaffer
  • Bastian Gerner
    Foley Artist
  • Simon Schwarzwald
    Fight Coordinator
  • Luca Müller
    Make up
  • Project Type:
    Feature
  • Genres:
    PolitThriller, thriller, home invasion, political
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 34 minutes 24 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 1, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    Germany
  • Country of Filming:
    France
  • Language:
    German
  • Shooting Format:
    Cinema Scope Red
  • Aspect Ratio:
    21:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director - Charif Ounis