Ex-con Zeki Müller goes undercover as a teacher at a below average Gymnasium to find money he'd stashed prior to incarceration.
"Fack ju Göhte" (Suck Me Shakespeer) tells the story of Zeki Müller, a recently released criminal who pretends to be a substitute teacher to retrieve stolen money buried under a school gym. He ends up teaching a class of difficult students, the "Amok-Klasse" (riot class). Through unconventional methods, he connects with them and helps them improve. The movie is full of slang and everyday German vocabulary, like "Kohle" (money), "Knast" (prison), and "Dachschaden" (someone crazy). You’ll also hear common phrases like "Alles klar" (all right) and "Keine Ahnung" (no idea). The film explores themes of education, social class, and second chances, with plenty of humor and heart. The characters experience a range of emotions, from anger and frustration to joy and hope. The language used reflects the diverse backgrounds of the characters, ranging from formal German in the school setting to informal slang among the students. This mix of language styles offers a valuable opportunity to learn how German is spoken in different contexts, including how to express humor, anger, and affection. You'll also learn how to understand sarcasm and irony in German conversations. "Fack ju Göhte" is an entertaining and accessible way to improve your German comprehension. The fast-paced dialogue and humorous situations will keep you engaged. The subtitles can help you follow along and learn new words. It’s a fun and effective way to immerse yourself in the German language and culture while enjoying a great story. Plus, understanding the humor will help you grasp the nuances of German communication and culture.
Here are the first 15 of the more difficult words in Suck Me Shakespeer: