: The narrative pits the rigid discipline required for the stage against the "emotional chaos" of the young protagonists' private lives. Cast and Creative Team
, Mareike Zwahr , Maéva Marie Mathilde Roth , Hans Gurbig , Vinzenz Wagner , and Lion Wasczyk . Even Closer - Hautnah
"Even Closer - Hautnah" is part of a broader trend of "youthification" in German television, where streaming platforms produce niche, high-intensity dramas (similar to DRUCK or SKAM ) that focus on the specific social and digital lives of Gen Z. It distinguishes itself by using dance as a literal and metaphorical stage for exploring the characters' physical and emotional identities. EVEN CLOSER - HAUTNAH (original title) - UFA : The narrative pits the rigid discipline required
The series was released on (now RTL+) on Valentine's Day 2021 as a flagship original production for the platform. Cultural Context It distinguishes itself by using dance as a
: A defining feature of the production was its focus on "Hautnah" (meaning "at first hand" or "skin-close") realism. To achieve this, the production utilized an intimacy coordinator to ensure that erotic scenes were both visually impactful and safely choreographed for the actors.