Tomorrow was War at Lichtwerk: A Movie Night about Guilt, Fear, and Responsibility
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When Peace Breaks: Tomorrow was War at Lichtwerk
On Friday, September 25, 2026, Lichtwerk in Bielefeld will be the venue for a compelling movie night: Tomorrow was War tells the story of a society on the edge of a political and moral abyss. After the screening, director Nicolas Ehret will be available for a personal Q&A with the audience.
A future that feels disturbingly close
The European Union has crumbled, a right-wing populist government takes power in Germany, and war is imminent. Jonas, played by Enno Trebs, has only known peace, prosperity, and security. When he is called up for military service, he deserts and seeks refuge with his father Stuber, played by Ulrich Matthes, with whom he has had no contact since childhood.
The plot unfolds as a political drama about responsibility, fear, and the question of how much humanity remains in a society when security becomes an illusion. Together with his sister, Jonas tries to evade the state's grasp. An encounter with a fleeing stranger escalates the conflict and causes family tensions to rise.
Dramaturgy between family drama and political dystopia
Nicolas Ehret combines in his staging the oppressive atmosphere of a dystopian future scenario with the immediate intensity of a family drama. The significant political upheaval is reflected in private relationships: silence turns into confrontation, conviction leads to overwhelming, and the desire for right action results in a disastrous catastrophe.
The dramatic tension arises not only from the looming declaration of war but also from the moral decisions of the characters. Even before the war actually begins, their values, loyalties, and identities begin to falter. This makes the film a political contemporary piece about civil courage, guilt, and the fragile line between conformity and resistance.
A movie night with personal exchange
The special stage experience of this movie night lies in the direct conversation after the screening. Director Nicolas Ehret participates in the event and answers questions regarding the direction, screenplay, and the making of the film during the Q&A. This opens up a space for contextualization, discussion, and personal audience reaction after the credits.
With a runtime of 114 minutes and an age rating of 12 years, Tomorrow was War offers a concentrated, demanding movie night for all who want to experience political cinematic art, societal debates, and strong acting together.
Conclusion: Cinema as a place of engagement
Tomorrow was War promises not a comfortable evening, but a lingering cinema experience. The event at Lichtwerk combines an oppressive future vision with a rare opportunity to engage in conversation directly with the director. Those who want to not only watch cinematic art but also reflect on it together will experience an evening with lasting impact.
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