Film Lens
Burning Memories follows Alice Schmid, who at 16 was a victim of abuse. Fifty years later, she confronts this repressed experience as it resurfaces in her conscience. The film examines how such incidents can be buried for a lifetime and how they manifest in a person's work, particularly in Alice's case, through her films and books focused on children and violence.
As Alice walks through the desert with her accordion, she seeks answers to her past and reflects on a phenomenon that impacts many women similarly. The documentary presents her personal narrative alongside broader themes of childhood trauma and repressed memories, inviting viewers to consider the long-lasting effects of such experiences.
Why Watch
- •Meet Alice Schmid, a filmmaker confronting her past.
- •Find out why Alice writes about children and violence.
- •See Alice's unique perspective on childhood trauma.
Did You Know
•Alice was a victim of abuse at the age of 16.
•The film was directed by Alice Schmid.
•The documentary has a runtime of 80 minutes.
•Alice has spent fifty years repressing her traumatic experience.
Perfect For
Childhood traumaPersonal narrativesDocumentary enthusiasts