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The film focuses on the Bowlingtreff, a bowling alley in Leipzig that opened in July 1987. It examines the context of life in Leipzig and the GDR during a time of declining quality of life, marked by collapsing houses and low public morale. The Bowlingtreff emerged as a significant urban entertainment center, built without state permission by hundreds of volunteers, reflecting a shift in public life and leisure activities in East Germany.
The architecture of the Bowlingtreff is a key aspect of the film, showcasing postmodern design that was unprecedented in Leipzig. With features like marble and parquet flooring, a glass roof, and pink pillars, the building represents a departure from the typical architecture of the time. The film captures the atmosphere of the Bowlingtreff, which was reminiscent of Western culture, providing a stark contrast to the surrounding environment in the GDR.
Why Watch
- •See the unique postmodern architecture of Bowlingtreff.
- •Find out how volunteers built the alley without state approval.
- •Meet the people who transformed Leipzig's entertainment scene.
Did You Know
•The Bowlingtreff opened in July 1987 in Leipzig.
•Hundreds of volunteers built the Bowlingtreff without state permission.
•The architecture of the Bowlingtreff is a unique example of postmodernism in Leipzig.
•The building features marble and parquet flooring, a glass roof, and pink pillars.
Perfect For
Postmodern architecture fansEast German history enthusiastsBowling aficionados