1949 in East & West

We recount the unique historical moment of the two new states' beginnings in the fateful year of 1949 when the division of Germany began.

A starting point for two states, a starting point for a thousand private dreams of people in East and West. A starting signal to leave behind tormenting feelings of guilt and shame and to create something new. Exemplary and character-driven told by two families in East and West over several generations.

Photo: Kunsthaus Lempertz

Documentary
In production
45 minutes
Director
Katja Herr
Script
Katja Herr
Production
Kinescope Film
Producer
Matthias Greving
Line producer
Barbara Heynen
Production Manager
Ron P. Glavas
Broadcaster
Radio Bremen
Editor
Michaela Herold