Death Is a Jerk - Churches & Movies

Death Is a Jerk, Germany 2025, 82 minutes, Recommended for ages 14 and up
People who deal with death in their professional or personal lives talk about saying goodbye, grief, and comfort. With an observational camera style, a calm narrative rhythm, and a blend of melancholy and dark humor, this documentary tackles a topic that is often repressed, striking a surprisingly down-to-earth and warm tone in the process.

Churches and Cinema. “Der Filmtipp,” an ecumenical project, presents compelling films that, regardless of their respective spiritual backgrounds, sustain the longing for the Other, for “more to life.” “Film Tip” aims to encourage viewers to look more closely and to instill a love of cinema, to enlighten, and at the same time to provide pure cinematic enjoyment.