Mitholz
In 2018, residents of Mitholz learned they would need to evacuate their homes due to the lingering dangers from a 1947 ammunition depot explosion.
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Synopsis
In 2018, residents of Mitholz learned they would need to evacuate their homes due to the lingering dangers from a 1947 ammunition depot explosion.
Synopsis
Mitholz, a small Swiss village, faced devastation after an ammunition depot explosion in 1947. For years, residents lived with the aftermath, unaware of ongoing dangers. In 2018, revelations surfaced that the threat remained, prompting the evacuation of the community. Directed by Theo Stich, the documentary details the Swiss government's failures and the impact on villagers' lives. Personal stories intertwine with historical context, illustrating the consequences of bureaucratic negligence and the uncertainty that now looms over Mitholz.
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