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Axolotl Overkill is a German drama film directed by Helene Hegemann, inspired by her novel Axolotl Roadkill (2010). With a runtime of 94 minutes, the movie blends intense storytelling with striking cinematography and a provocative, contemporary German-language narrative. The film world-premiered on January 20, 2017, at the Sundance Film Festival in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition, where it earned the World Cinema Dramatic Special Jury Award for Cinematography (shot by Manu Dacosse). Produced by Vandertastic and Constantin Film and distributed in Germany by Constantin Film Verleih and in the U.S. by FilmRise, Axolotl Overkill has been featured in film programs and scholarly discussions about modern German cinema. This page offers a concise biography of the filmmaker, highlights from the film’s discography (in the sense of its production and reception), and information on how audiences can explore related screenings and events.