Status Updates From Halbschwimmer

9. Back on Speaking Terms ***** It is 10 years since Tanja was with the actor Kurt (so she is 28?) and now he has died. She goes to the funeral where there are many theatre people. Surprisingly her father turns up as well, but they avoid speaking to each other. Tanja thinks of the happy times with Kurt and how he was a replacement figure for a cold-hearted military officer father.

8. Cut *** Tanja attends an opera premiere where her husband Konrad is the conductor. The performance goes well and there is a celebration afterwards. Tanja observes members of the audience and the performers but is constantly thinking about getting her hair cut, while drinking as much champagne as she can.