Ernst Niederreither

A Silver Bear winning short animation.

Since the topic has not yet been dealt with on film, taking into account aspects of youth psychology and pedagogy (we must exclude the products of the cinemas here), the producers agreed to illuminate the problem areas in as many ways as possible.

Contraception is explained as part of biology lessons in year 10. The lesson begins with the teacher explaining the hormonal mode of action of oestrogen and progestogen, whose explanations are supplemented by intermittent images of the schematic diagram on the blackboard. Prompted by questions from the pupils, the teacher then goes into the production of the corpus luteum and explains its function. She then discusses the effect of the 'pill' as an ovulation inhibitor on the female organism. She explains that the preparations absorb the hormone progestin, which prevents further follicle maturation. Further questions are asked about other contraceptive methods. The teacher first explains the Knaus-Ogino method and then talks about the mechanical contraceptive concepts of condoms and pessaries. Finally, the chemical methods and 'coitus interruptus' are discussed as further options for preventing pregnancy.

Short film about Stephan, a child with disabilities.

Journey of the Cortés family from their old village to their new house in Gargáligas, granted by the National Institute of Colonization.