Category Archives: Roland Reber

Grow more pineapple! “Der Geschmack von Leben” [2017 Germany]

No, this is not a new UN directive concerning public nutrition (though it might be a refreshing idea), but it might increase demand for pineapple if Roland Reber and his vlogging protagonist Nikki’s advice to drink more pineapple juice … Continue reading

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A film review: “Illusion” [2013 Germany]

Roland Reber, no stranger to controversy with his persistent recourse to eroticism, continues his exploration of human behaviour and their secret desires through his latest drama “Illusion”.
The film incorporates several of Reber’s pet themes like lust, nymphomania, greed, and … Continue reading

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Marina Anna Eich & Julia Jaschke in “Die Wahrheit der Lüge” [2011 Germany]

After the wacky and outrageous Engel mit schmutzigen Flügeln, Roland Reber returns to his pet theme of forcing people into unnatural surroundings and watching them respond. His eagerly anticipated “Die Wahrheit der Lüge” [Eng. Title: The Truth of Lie] … Continue reading

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Marina Anna Eich & co in “Mein Traum oder Die Einsamkeit ist Nie Allein” [2008 Germany]

With an intriguing title for Roland Reber’s 2008 film, “Mein Traum oder Die Einsamkeit ist Nie Allein” [Eng. Trans: My Dream or Loneliness never walks Alone], one would’ve expected to be taken on some kind of existential ride exploring … Continue reading

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Antje Nikola Mönning & co in “Engel mit Schmutzigen Flügeln” [2009 Germany]

Roland Reber’s 2009 film, “Engel mit Schmutzigen Flügeln” [Eng. Title: Angels with Dirty Wings] is probably among his lighter works, it being more of a satirical comedy. Having said that, X-Factor contestants should perhaps be asked to watch this … Continue reading

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