Die großen und die kleinen Wünsche - David gegen Goliath 2007
In the heart of Berlin, a modest family business on the water becomes the unlikely battleground for big dreams and small wishes.
Director: Ilse Hofmann
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *Die großen und die kleinen Wünsche - David gegen Goliath* (2007) about?
This 2007 German TV movie follows three generations of the Wünsche family as they run a small sightseeing business on Berlin's canals. When a corporate developer threatens their way of life, the family must navigate old wounds, new ambitions, and an unexpected David-and-Goliath showdown to protect what matters most.
Who directed *Die großen und die kleinen Wünsche - David gegen Goliath*?
The film was directed by Ilse Hofmann, known for her sensitive storytelling in German family dramas and television movies.
Who stars in *Die großen und die kleinen Wünsche - David gegen Goliath*?
The film features Gaby Dohm, Günther Maria Halmer, Oliver Broumis, Petra Zieser, and Rüdiger Vogler in key roles.
Is *Die großen und die kleinen Wünsche - David gegen Goliath* (2007) worth watching?
While it's not a blockbuster, this modest family drama shines with its authentic Berlin setting and heartfelt performances. Fans of character-driven stories about small-town resilience and quiet heroism will find plenty to enjoy, even if it doesn't break new cinematic ground.
How long is *Die großen und die kleinen Wünsche - David gegen Goliath*?
Runtime details are not listed.
About Die großen und die kleinen Wünsche - David gegen Goliath (2007) — A heartfelt family saga on Berlin's waterways
In the heart of Berlin, a modest family business on the water becomes the unlikely battleground for big dreams and small wishes. Astrid Wünsche runs a quaint sightseeing tour company along the city's canals, a venture she built with her husband Uwe—now divorced but still close—who handles the on-board catering from his riverside bistro. Their daughter Claudia joins the family tradition, while the gentle chaos of daily life unfolds between reconciled exes, unspoken feelings, and the quiet grind of keeping a small business afloat. When a corporate giant threatens to absorb the waterways into a soulless commercial project, the Wünsches must decide whether to stand their ground or let go of the place that feels like home.
Director Ilse Hofmann crafts this warm, bittersweet comedy-drama with a keen eye for the rhythms of family life and the unglamorous heroism of ordinary people. Featuring a stellar ensemble cast led by Gaby Dohm and Günther Maria Halmer, *Die großen und die kleinen Wünsche - David gegen Goliath* (2007) blends gentle humor with quiet emotion, painting a portrait of resilience where love, loyalty, and a well-brewed cup of coffee might just tip the scales against Goliath.