Tilda Swinton begins her ride at the Brandenburg Gate in 1988, cycling around the Berlin Wall with filmmaker Cynthia Beatt. They pass through tranquil fields and historic neighborhoods, with the Wall looming nearby. The film observes the contrast between natural beauty and urban life, while considering the Wall's impact on Berlin's residents during a time of division. It runs for 27 minutes and features music by Simon Fisher-Turner.

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See Tilda Swinton cycle around the Berlin Wall.
Find out about Berlin's landscapes during division.
Meet the filmmaker Cynthia Beatt.

Did You Know

The film was directed by Cynthia Beatt, a woman director.
Tilda Swinton cycles a route that begins and ends at the Brandenburg Gate.
The documentary has a total duration of 27 minutes.
The production country for this film is Germany.

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Cynthia Beatt directed the documentary Cycling the Frame.

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Cycling the Frame was released in 1988.

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The duration of Cycling the Frame is 27 minutes.

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