Mesut Özil – Among Friends(2026)

Mesut Özil – Among Friends is a documentary that examines the fall of a celebrated German footballer. Özil was widely admired as an exceptional talent and a symbol of successful integration in Germany. His career took a dramatic turn when a photograph with Turkish President Erdoğan sparked intense public backlash and political controversy. The incident fractured his relationship with German fans and media, forcing him to confront questions about identity, loyalty, and belonging. The film explores how a single moment can unravel a carefully built reputation and what it means to be caught between two nations. Through interviews and archival footage, it traces Özil's journey from celebrated athlete to polarizing figure, revealing the pressures and prejudices that shaped his experience both on and off the pitch.