Can an anonymous act of kindness turn a hopeless loser into a local hero?

Gerold Plassek is a journalist for a bottom-tier free daily, leading a stagnant life defined by alcohol and apathy. His routine is interrupted when he’s tasked with looking after fourteen-year-old Manuel—a boy who is secretly his son, though neither knows the other’s truth. Everything changes when a local homeless shelter receives a mysterious anonymous donation following one of Gerold's articles. This marks the start of a series of "Robin Hood" style benefactions that propel Gerold into a limelight he never asked for. As he becomes the reluctant face of a modern-day miracle, Gerold must finally confront his own past and decide if he is ready to become the man his son deserves. Based on true events, A Gifted Man (Geschenkt) is a touching and witty exploration of redemption and the power of unexpected generosity.