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Deep Dive: Autobahn (2020)

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Autobahn
The film focuses on the traffic issues on the B61 road, which connects Rotterdam to Warsaw and passes through Bad Oeynhausen, a German spa town. It documents the persistent gridlock that affects the residents and the community's response to it over a span of eight years. The narrative includes the efforts of various local stakeholders such as the mayor, police, fire brigade, and construction companies. It also shows the delays in constructing the northern bypass and captures the reactions of the residents who are directly impacted by the ongoing traffic situation.

Why Watch

  • See the impact of traffic on Bad Oeynhausen residents.
  • Follow the eight-year construction saga of the northern bypass.
  • Meet the local officials working to solve traffic issues.

Did You Know

The B61 road connects Rotterdam to Warsaw and runs through Bad Oeynhausen.
Construction of the northern bypass took eight years to document.
The film features the involvement of the mayor, police, and fire brigade.

Perfect For

Traffic management enthusiastsLocal government studiesUrban planning