Paths

Paths is a German drama film that was released in 2017. The movie is directed by Chris Miera and stars Mike Hoffmann, Mathis Reinhardt, and Cai Cohrs. It is a story about three individuals who are all struggling to find their place in the world and grappling with their own identities.

The film opens with a young man named Darius (Mathis Reinhardt) who is preparing to move out of his family home in the countryside and start a new life in the big city. Darius is gay, and his parents do not approve of his lifestyle. He is excited to finally be free of their constraints and to start a new chapter in his life.

As Darius is getting ready to leave, he is unexpectedly visited by an old friend named Philip (Mike Hoffmann). Philip is also gay and has been struggling with depression and drug addiction. He has come to the countryside to seek refuge and to try to get his life back on track.

The two young men spend the day together reminiscing about old times and discussing their hopes and dreams for the future. They decide to take a hike in the nearby forest, where they come across a young boy named Jonas (Cai Cohrs). Jonas is lost and alone, and the two men take him under their wing and try to help him find his way home.

As the three of them walk through the forest, they all begin to open up to each other and share their deepest fears and desires. Darius talks about his struggles with coming out to his family, while Philip discusses his addiction and the reasons behind it. Jonas, who is also gay, talks about his own struggles with self-acceptance and the difficulties he has faced in his young life.

As the day goes on, the three of them form a bond that will stay with them forever. They come to realize that they are not alone in their struggles and that there is hope for a better future. Paths is a deeply moving film that explores the themes of identity, self-discovery, and the power of human connection. It is a story that will stay with you long after the credits roll.