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20249 min12doc-short

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Indigenous Histories

Pfaffendorf Forest

20249 min12doc-short

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Nine minutes of interviews with local residents reveal personal legends and fears about the mysterious Pfaffendorf Forest in Koblenz, Germany.

“What is hidden in the forest?”

Indigenous Histories

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Nine minutes of interviews with local residents reveal personal legends and fears about the mysterious Pfaffendorf Forest in Koblenz, Germany.

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Danya Chernov

Danya Chernovdirector

Danya Chernov

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Danya Chernov

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Konstantin Ohuicast

Elina Frühsorgercast

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Koblenz's Pfaffendorf Forest holds deep significance for its community. Local residents share their legends and fears about the woodland in interviews. The film covers the historical importance of the forest and the myths that have developed over time. Director Danya Chernov presents a narrative that connects nature with local folklore and personal stories. This 9-minute documentary was produced in Germany and Ukraine in 2024.

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