2:1

In the quaint town of Halberstadt during the summer of 1990, as the German Democratic Republic teeters on the brink of collapse, three childhood friends, Maren, Robert, and Volker, stumble upon a hidden treasure. While exploring an abandoned tunnel, they unearth stacks of East German marks, a currency soon to be obsolete. Realizing the potential of their find, the trio hatches a plan to smuggle the money out in backpacks, embarking on a thrilling adventure that blurs the lines between right and wrong.

As the value of the East German mark plummets with the impending reunification, Maren, Robert, and Volker see an opportunity to cheat capitalism. They devise a clever scheme to exchange their newfound wealth for valuable goods before it becomes worthless. The stakes are high as they involve their neighbors in the operation, creating a community-wide effort to outsmart the system.

As word spreads about their ingenious plan, tensions rise within the group. Secrets and mistrust threaten to unravel their friendship and the entire operation. With each successful exchange, the friends must confront the moral implications of their actions, questioning whether the end justifies the means.

‘2:1’ is a heartwarming comedy that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the lengths people will go to for a better life. It showcases the ingenuity of ordinary individuals in extraordinary circumstances, reminding us that sometimes the greatest treasures are not material but the bonds we forge.