The imminent division of Germany is marked by deeply personal moments centered on love, freedom—and a little promise that can mean the world.

Personal desires and political reality are forcing all involved to make decisions now. Willi and Elke have found a solution for themselves, but the adults are having a harder time finding common ground.

In the end, only love remains, as can be seen in this part. Particularly during a final song performed by the band, a few tears are shed as the reality of the situation sets in.

Just before reaching the final stop in the West, Rudolf opens up about the past he has tried to forget. Sabine, the gymnast, makes a brave decision, and Sascha remains on the train without his friends.

The impending farewells now become an unchangeable reality at Ludwigsstadt train station, the last stop before the border.

Sascha confronts Rudolf, but he gets no certainty regarding his suspicions. Just before crossing the border into the east, one more person decides to leave the train.

With Edith having abandoned the train, there is a short wait just in front of the East German border, giving Anna and Sascha time to reconsider.

In this final part, there is one touching reunion and a moment of deep sadness. We also learn a little bit about what became of each of the protagonists.

Two friends are helping their friend, who is preparing to move to Hamburg, pack all her things. When they are all done, the cellphone rings and no-one can find it. It’s not possibly in the boxes, or is it?

SPD commercial as part of their campaign for the 2009 federal election: Instead of the usual local gossip, our three neighbours discuss the nuclear power plant in Krümmel… Although some find it a bit tough to stay on topic.

Commercial by the SPD (Social Democratic Party of Germany), broadcast during the 2009 federal election campaign. Three voters discuss the need for new political leadership.

The German-French-Israeli film Playoff about Israel’s most famous basketball coach, Ralph Klein, was shot mostly in Wiesbaden, Germany. rheinmaintv interviews the lead actors and reveals a summary of Klein’s life.

Faster Internet, more affordable Internet connections for pupils, and more devices for teachers: This is what the German ministers of education and Chancellor Angela Merkel have decided upon in order to facilitate distance learning during the corona crisis. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

Rail travel is down 50% in Germany — but Deutsche Bahn is relying on scientific studies to prove that traveling by train does does not pose an increased risk to travelers. The strict hygiene and protective measures implemented so far appear to be working. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

What happened to the famous sausage stand where Schenk and Ballauf, the Cologne commissioners from the long-running German TV police procedural "Tatort" ("Crime Scene"), met to discuss cases? Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]