Sisi & I

Austria, late 19th century. Countess Irma Sztáray (Sandra Hüller) leaves her home in Hungary to become the lady-in-waiting for Empress Elisabeth of Austria (Susanne Wolff), known to those close to her as Sisi. Irma falls under the spell of the rebellious Empress Sisi, and the two form a strong bond during a summer retreat in Greece. However, once home in Vienna, their lives take dramatic and irrevocable turns.
 
“Lush, irreverent” (Variety) and “vividly shot” (AWFJ.org), SISI & I features Academy Award-nominated Sandra Hüller and Susanne Wolff in a “thought-provoking and entertaining glance at the famous empress” (Cineuropa).

SISI & I dramatizes the real-life relationship between Countess Irma Sztáray and Empress Elisabeth of Austria. starring Academy Award nominated actress Sandra Huller (ANATOMY OF A FALL), SISI & I is a “lush, irreverent” (Variety) film that would best be suited for German, Austrian and Western European History programs, as well as in Costume and Design classes.

"I encourage scholars and enthusiasts alike to explore [Irma Sztáray and Empress Sisi's] multifaceted relationship through external resources. The film features an exceptional soundtrack, including contributions from artists such as Nico, Le Tigre, and Portishead. According to filmmaker Frauke Finsterwalder, there was a deliberate intention to feature exclusively female voices in the soundtrack... This film is highly recommended for individuals interested in Gender Studies, History, and LGBTQIA+ themes." - EMRO