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201256 minPGdocumentary

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Political Polarization

Stone Games

201256 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

A stone monument in Nový Bor commemorating the expulsion of Sudeten Germans sparks a political debate and local animosity during elections.

Political Polarization

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A stone monument in Nový Bor commemorating the expulsion of Sudeten Germans sparks a political debate and local animosity during elections.

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Jan Gebertdirector

Jan Gebertwriter

Miloš Zeman

Miloš Zemancast

Jana Bobošíkovácast

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In Nový Bor, Czech Republic, a stone monument marks the expulsion of Sudeten Germans after World War II. The monument sparks intense political debate among local residents. Some respond with a ritual dance, expressing anger and frustration. This conflict becomes a central issue in local elections. Through interviews and community reactions, the film reveals how historical grievances shape current relationships in the region. Director Jan Gebert presents a vivid picture of memory and identity in contemporary Czech society.

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