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201990 minPGdocumentary

0.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Historical Events

The Golan Swimmingpool

201990 minPGdocumentary

0.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Two family members take opposing paths after World War II, with one moving to Israel to join the Kibbuz movement and the other returning to East Germany.

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Esther Zimmering

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Two family members take opposing paths after World War II, with one moving to Israel to join the Kibbuz movement and the other returning to East Germany.

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Esther Zimmering

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Esther Zimmering's family history unfolds between East Germany and Israel. Her great aunt moves to Israel and joins the Kibbuz movement after World War II. Meanwhile, her grandmother returns to East Germany to build a Socialist society. Following German reunification, Esther learns about her Jewish heritage. She recalls carefree summers in Israel. Personal stories reveal the family's connection to two political systems and the lasting effects of historical events on their identities.

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