Ein Sommer im Allgäu(2017)

A Summer in the Allgäu follows Barbara, an extreme sportswoman who returns to her Bavarian hometown after a climbing accident in Patagonia leaves her paralyzed. Confined to a wheelchair and abandoned by her boyfriend, Barbara reconnects with her supportive family—her parents Irene and Hans, and her sister Moni, who has trained specifically to help her. Set against the backdrop of the idyllic Allgäu region, the film charts Barbara's determined journey toward recovery and independence. Driven by her fierce spirit and the unwavering love of those around her, she pursues an ambitious goal: to walk again and return to the extreme sports she loves. This German drama captures both the physical and emotional challenges of rehabilitation, exploring themes of family bonds, resilience, and the power of refusing to give up on your dreams.