Memory Hotel

Set in post-war Germany, this surreal drama follows a young girl named Sophie who is fleeing from Russian forces with her parents. While staying at a hotel, they encounter a Hitler Youth member and a Nazi officer. During a confrontation with the officer, Sophie loses her memory and her parents. After Russian soldiers occupy the hotel and employ her as a cook, Sophie eventually reunites with the youth, which helps her regain her memories and leave the establishment.

This stop-motion animation was written and directed by Heinrich Sabl, who spent more than 25 years working on the project. The film is a co-production between Germany, France, and Qatar, produced by Sabl and Philippe Bober. The cast features Svenja Liesau, Dagmar Manzel, and Elsa Seusing as Sophie, alongside Milan Peschel, Florian Lukas, and Steffi Kühnert. The production involved a credited crew of 40 people. Released on October 30, 2025, the film has a total runtime of 100 minutes.