A young German orphan who smuggles cigarettes. He attempts to steal the money and run away with a girl from the children's home.
Parallel figures dealing with economic marginalization in Germany.
Narrative parallels highlighting economic hardship across generations.
Youthful and professional disillusionment mirroring each other.
Narratively distinct characters emphasizing the ensemble's fragmented nature.
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