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Papa und Mama

Papa und Mama

2006 · 179 min · ★ 7.0 · Comedy, Drama

Divorce lawyer Peter Ullrich’s seemingly perfect life shatters when his wife Katja suddenly leaves with their children. To shield his reputation, he hides the split and asks his clerk Thomas - himself reeling from family turmoil - to care for the kids. Amid comedic and touching moments, Thomas bonds with Peter’s children while both men grapple with love, loss, and unexpected emotional upheaval.

Directed by Dieter Wedel · Written by Dieter Wedel

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