

Afterwards
A 25-minute spatial expedition through a deconstructed Berlin examines spaces devoid of life, reflecting on individual trauma and existential themes.
Synopsis
A 25-minute spatial expedition through a deconstructed Berlin examines spaces devoid of life, reflecting on individual trauma and existential themes.
Synopsis
Berlin appears as an empty space in Chongyan Liu’s 2023 documentary Afterwards. The film runs for 25 minutes and presents a deconstructed view of the city. It reflects on memory and trauma through the lens of an individual’s experiences. Liu captures abandoned places in Berlin, offering a perspective that hints at the presence of the departed. The documentary engages with themes of history and identity through its unsettling imagery.
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