As the world marvels at the cloning of sheep Dolly, Grandma has passed away, and Johanna’s family is tearing itself apart. For Johanna, a 32-year-old intern at the local newspaper, there is no one and nothing to turn to for comfort. Driven by desperation, she impulsively confronts a former concentration camp guard. Yet, instead of finding relief from her own frustration and anger, she is forced to confront her own “Schlamassel” (mess). 

As the world marvels at the cloning of sheep Dolly, Grandma has passed away, and Johanna’s family is tearing itself apart. For Johanna, a 32-year-old intern at the local newspaper, there is no one and nothing to turn to for comfort. Driven by desperation, she impulsively confronts a former concentration camp guard. Yet, instead of finding relief from her own frustration and anger, she is forced to confront her own “Schlamassel” (mess).