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202120 minGdocumentary

Heimat

202120 minGdocumentary

Twenty minutes of fragmented memories blend old family films with letters from German soldiers besieged in Stalingrad during December 1942.

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Giovanni Montagnana

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Twenty minutes of fragmented memories blend old family films with letters from German soldiers besieged in Stalingrad during December 1942.

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Giovanni Montagnanadirector

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Letters written in December 1942 by German soldiers trapped in Stalingrad form the foundation of Heimat. The film intertwines these historical documents with fragments of old family films, creating a sensory experience that reflects on the concept of home. As the narrative unfolds, the imagery shifts between reality and dreamlike sequences, marked by vibrant colors and the decay of film. This 20-minute piece blurs the lines between documentary and artistic installation, inviting contemplation on memory and loss.

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