In the final years of the German Democratic Republic, nine dancers face a critical choice. They must decide whether to remain in East Germany with their families or escape to the West for freedom. Their stories unfold against the backdrop of a divided nation, revealing the challenges they encounter as they weigh their passion for dance against their desire for a different life.

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Why Watch

Meet nine GDR dancers facing tough choices.
See the impact of the Berlin Wall on personal lives.
Find out what freedom meant for East German artists.

Did You Know

The film features nine dancers from the German Democratic Republic.
It takes place during the final years of the GDR.
The documentary runs for 139 minutes.

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Cold War historyBallet enthusiastsGerman reunification

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What year was the documentary 'Keep Moving' released?

Keep Moving was released in 2021.

How long is the documentary 'Keep Moving'?

The duration of Keep Moving is 139 minutes.

Where were the nine dancers in 'Keep Moving' born?

The nine dancers were born in the German Democratic Republic.

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