The TV film Summer in Malta, filmed entirely in Malta during April and May 2023, premiered on ZDF on Sunday, 8th October 2023, achieving an impressive viewership of 4.31 million, with a market share of 15.5%.
Produced by U5 Filmproduktion and serviced locally by Pellikola, the film highlights Malta’s unique charm through its captivating story and picturesque locations.
Summer in Malta tells the story of Franka, an international language school executive, who travels to Valletta to introduce a modern learning system to Talk to Me, a local language school. However, she faces resistance from the school’s director, John, who prefers a more traditional approach to teaching and goes as far as manipulating tests to block her progress. Amid her challenges, Franka meets Till, a charismatic artisan, unaware of his hidden identity as a con man.
The comedy-drama was filmed at various iconic locations across Malta, including Cospicua, Vittoriosa, Valletta, Marsaxlokk, Mosta, Rabat, and Mellieħa, showcasing the country’s rich heritage and scenic beauty.
