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2009122 min0documentary

6.6/ 10(12 ratings)• TMDB

Ruhr

2009122 min0documentary

6.6/ 10(12 ratings)• TMDB

Seven static shots capture the Ruhr Valley's natural beauty alongside the remains of its coal and steel industries over 122 minutes.

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Seven static shots capture the Ruhr Valley's natural beauty alongside the remains of its coal and steel industries over 122 minutes.

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James Benning

James Benningdirector

James Benning

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James Benning's 2009 documentary Ruhr features the Ruhr Valley in Germany, known for its industrial history. The film consists of seven static shots, each lasting several minutes, that juxtapose the region's natural landscapes with remnants of coal and steel production. Over 122 minutes, the work captures environmental changes and human influence on the valley, reflecting on its past and ongoing transformation.

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