The film explores themes of pedophilia, the age of consent (which was 16 in Germany at the time), and the societal hypocrisy surrounding sexuality. 🌍 Availability & Subtitles

Peter Kern was known for his "absurd satire" and unapologetic look at taboo subjects.

Gossenkind (1991), directed by the provocative Austrian filmmaker Peter Kern, is a gritty and often disturbing dive into the underbelly of early '90s German society. Known in English as Streetchild or Street Kid , the film follows the life of 14-year-old Axel, a "rent boy" in Düsseldorf surviving a cycle of abuse and exploitation. 🎬 Plot & Atmosphere