Back to school at 63

The documentary follows Gerhard Prange’s journey after concealing his illiteracy for years. Like six million Germans, Prange faced problems such as unanswered letters from the authorities, leading to a downward spiral of drinking and a broken marriage. One day, Prange reaches a turning point and decides to admit his struggles, a liberating move that leads to a better life.

Now, with a regular job and taking part in a literacy course, Prange sets himself a goal to write a letter to his adult daughter. But writing a sentence without mistakes still takes him an hour with the help of a teacher. Follow Prange’s inspiring story of self-improvement and determination as he overcomes his challenges in the hope of a better future.