Synopsis

Vitus is a boy who almost seems to be from another planet: He has hearing like a bat, he plays the piano like a virtuoso and studies encyclopedias at the age of five. No wonder his parents begin to anticipate a brilliant future for him. They want Vitus to become a pianist. However, the little genius prefers to play in his eccentric grandfather’s workshop. He dreams of flying and of a normal childhood. Ultimately, with one dramatic leap, Vitus takes control of his own life...

Director

Fredi M. Murer

Born in 1940, Fredi M. Murer is a film director and producer who has created a wide range of films. His notable works include (1979), (1998), and (2004). His 1985 film won the Golden Leopard at the Locarno Film Festival and received numerous awards both domestically and internationally.