Miriam Maertens hails from a renowned Hamburg acting family, growing up carefree and protected. However, as she ages, her health declines and she receives a shocking diagnosis: cystic fibrosis. Promising her mother, Christa, that she won't die, Miriam resolves to live a double life. Outwardly, she acts healthy, while keeping her illness a closely guarded secret.
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Miriam Maertens hails from a renowned Hamburg acting family and enjoys a carefree and protected upbringing. However, as she grows older, her health begins to decline and she receives a devastating diagnosis: cystic fibrosis. Determined not to let the illness define her, Miriam vows to her mother Christa that she will not succumb to it. She embarks on a double life, choosing to live as though she were healthy and keeping her condition a closely guarded secret. Her journey is one of resilience and defiance, as she navigates the complexities of her hidden struggle while pursuing her dreams and maintaining the facade of normalcy.