Parliament

Humor and politics—don't they go together? This charming political satire proves the opposite in two seasons. Supposedly dry EU topics are not only made accessible, but also conveyed in a surprisingly funny way. The audience can identify with the naive but likeable intern Samy, who stumbles through parliamentary absurdities and various faux pas in Brussels. At the same time, times in the European Parliament could not be more turbulent in the wake of the Brexit vote. Although young Samy learned a lot about Europe at university, he was in no way prepared for his new job and the demands it entails. All he can do is hope that his ingenuity will help him quickly find his place among his dry to bizarre colleagues. However, he doesn't have much time. The lovingly drawn characters all navigate their way through their everyday work – i.e., bureaucracy, lobbying, and delicate decision-making processes – with trilingual wit (German, English, and French) and a healthy dose of irony. Overall, “Das Parlament” offers a clever, affectionate satire that both provides insights into political processes and is simply fun to watch—ideal for anyone who likes to combine humor and politics. --- It's Samy's first day as a parliamentary assistant in Brussels. Soon he is given a difficult mission.