Bernhard Wenger's 'Pfau – Bin ich echt?' Earns Praise for Albrecht Schuch's Performance

The satirical drama explores identity and authenticity through the story of a man working at a 'Rent-a-Friend' agency.

Albrecht Schuch stars as Matthias, a man who rents himself out as a friend, father, or companion, in Bernhard Wenger's new film 'Pfau – Bin ich echt?'.
The film premiered in a side section at the Venice Film Festival, receiving critical acclaim for its nuanced storytelling and Schuch's performance.
Schuch portrays a character struggling with personal identity and emotional detachment as he loses himself in the personas he adopts for his job.
The movie blends dry humor with social commentary, addressing themes of loneliness, societal facades, and the search for genuine human connection.
Critics have highlighted the film’s subtle humor and Schuch’s ability to convey the existential crisis of a man trapped in a life of artificiality.