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Ausreisser

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Ausreisser, released in English as The Runaway, is a 2004 German live-action short film written and directed by Ulrike Grote. Its story centers on a man confronted by a young boy who unexpectedly claims that the man is his father, forcing him to investigate the child's circumstances and his own possible connection to the family. The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film at the ceremony held in 2006.

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What does Ausreisser mean in English?

Ausreisser was released in English as The Runaway. It is a German live-action short film from 2004.

Who wrote and directed Ausreisser?

Ulrike Grote wrote and directed the 2004 short. Her authorship keeps the film's story and its direction focused on the same unexpected encounter.

What is the plot of Ausreisser?

A man is confronted by a young boy who unexpectedly claims that the man is his father. The claim forces him to investigate the child's circumstances and reconsider what he knows about the situation.

What kind of story is The Runaway?

It is a 2004 German short about identity, responsibility, and an unexpected claim of fatherhood. The compact live-action format centers the story on the man's investigation rather than on a broad ensemble plot.

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