Solar Queen 2025
In Solar Queen (2025), a bold reinterpretation of Schiller's classic 'Die Jungfrau von Orleans,' film students from Potsdam transport the tale to the windswept landscapes of Lower Lusatia.
Director: Oskar Gaston Koller
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solar Queen (2025) about?
Solar Queen reimagines Schiller's 'Die Jungfrau von Orleans' in rural Brandenburg, where Johanna, a harvest queen, fights to expand a solar park. Her advocacy sparks both admiration and resistance, culminating in a scandal that exposes deep-seated conflicts between progress and tradition.
Who directed Solar Queen?
Solar Queen is directed by Oskar Gaston Koller, who brings a fresh, visually striking approach to this reinterpretation of classic German theatre.
Who stars in Solar Queen?
The film features Llewellyn Reichman, Johannes Geller, Lasse Myhr, Christian Koerner, and Campbell Caspary in key roles.
Is Solar Queen (2025) worth watching?
While it flies under the radar as an unrated short, Solar Queen's timely themes of renewable energy and community division make it a compelling watch. Its ambitious vision and experimental tone suggest it could be a standout in indie film circles.
How long is Solar Queen?
Solar Queen has a runtime of 30 minutes.
Solar Queen (2025) — A Modern Twist on Schiller's Maid with Solar-Powered Drama
In Solar Queen (2025), a bold reinterpretation of Schiller's classic 'Die Jungfrau von Orleans,' film students from Potsdam transport the tale to the windswept landscapes of Lower Lusatia. Shot against the backdrop of Brandenburg's Drachhausen and Hochoza, this short drama reimagines Johanna as a modern-day harvest queen leading the charge for a solar park expansion—her vision ignites both celebration and fierce opposition. When a scandal erupts in the aftermath of a traditional cock-plucking ritual, long-simmering tensions boil over in the ballroom, testing the boundaries of community and progress.
Director Oskar Gaston Koller crafts a visually striking meditation on power, tradition, and ecological ambition, blending historical resonance with contemporary urgency. With a runtime of just 30 minutes, Solar Queen delivers a punchy, atmospheric dose of drama that lingers long after the final scene, making it a standout in the 2025 indie film calendar.