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198829 minPGdocumentary

Grand Hotel

198829 minPGdocumentary

Construction of the Grand Hotel on Friedrichstrasse in East Berlin progresses from excavation to completion in just 29 minutes.

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Construction of the Grand Hotel on Friedrichstrasse in East Berlin progresses from excavation to completion in just 29 minutes.

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Horst Winterdirector

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Friedrichstrasse in East Berlin becomes a site of transformation as the Grand Hotel takes shape. The film documents the stages of construction, beginning with the excavation pit and progressing to the building's shell. It captures the design process and culminates in the completion of the hotel, culminating in the handing over of the keys. This 29-minute documentary provides a detailed look at the architectural endeavor that marked a significant development in the area.

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