With “I Am From Austria”, Fendrich created the unofficial anthem of the nation in 1989. What was intended as a critical reflection became the emotional confession of an entire generation. As presenter of the “Millionenshow”, “Herzblatt” and “Nix is Fix”, he also proved his talent as an entertainer on television. Fendrich provides personal insights during a walk through Vienna's Ahrenbergpark, where he talks about his childhood, which was not always easy. These early experiences shaped his artistic work, which began in 1980 with the rebellious album “Ich wollte nie einer von denen sein”. This was followed by hits such as “Strada del Sole”, “Macho Macho”, “Es lebe der Sport” and “Weusd a herz hast wia a Bergwerk”, which made him a celebrated singer-songwriter.

Using exclusive studio recordings and a concert recording from the RKH, the documentary shows how Fendrich continues to delight his audience today with a sharp tongue and a keen sense for the absurdities of everyday life. Previously unpublished archive material documents the various facets of his artistic work: the biting satirist, the gifted entertainer, the thoughtful singer-songwriter. The portrait of a man who began as a rebellious artist and became a national institution - without ever being unfaithful to himself. (Text: ORF)