A documentary about Roland Emmerich, the most commercially successful German director in Hollywood, released on the occasion of his 70th birthday. It offers rare insights into his professional career and private life, covering his rise as a blockbuster filmmaker, his personal relationships, family background, and life in the US and Europe. The film also looks back at his early work, including his 1984 directorial debut The Noah’s Ark Principle, and reflects on themes such as dreams, identity, politics, and the rules of the film industry.
Jo Müller
Director, Writer

Roland Emmerich
Self

Ute Emmerich
Self

John Cusack
Self

Margaret Colin
Self

Jeff Goldblum
Self

Mel Gibson
Self

Ron Perlman
Self

Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Self
Andreas Emmerich
Self
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