Pfau


"Rent Matthias" is a story about the identity search and emotional conflicts of Matthias, a professional role player.


"Rent Matthias" revolves around a character named Matthias, portrayed by Albrecht Schuch. Matthias is a kind of professional role player in his agency named "My Companion," where he can transform himself according to people's needs. People can rent him as a friend, son, or spouse. However, Matthias, who is a master at impersonating others, struggles to return to his real identity. His girlfriend Sophia (Julia Franz Richter) leaves him due to his emotional numbness. This situation initiates a process where Matthias embarks on a journey to find himself. This journey brings along a chain of absurd events. The film offers a thought-provoking experience on the topics of emotional conflicts and identity search for the viewers. The filming was mainly conducted at Matthias's stylish home and its surroundings.