Rescue the Fire
In 1993 Berlin, photographer Jürgen Baldiga captures the effects of the HIV epidemic on his community while facing his own diagnosis.
Synopsis
In 1993 Berlin, photographer Jürgen Baldiga captures the effects of the HIV epidemic on his community while facing his own diagnosis.
Synopsis
In 1993 Berlin, photographer Jürgen Baldiga documents the HIV epidemic as it devastates his community. Friends fall ill and die, prompting Baldiga to capture their stories through his lens. He aims to preserve the memories of those affected by AIDS, often overlooked in public discourse. Baldiga's own diagnosis adds urgency to his work. His statement, "I am taking a picture. I am photographing the world. I exist," reflects his commitment to visibility amid loss.
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