A box filled with World War II memories prompts a filmmaker to confront his grandfather's silence and his own unasked questions after the man's death.
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A box filled with World War II memories prompts a filmmaker to confront his grandfather's silence and his own unasked questions after the man's death.
Synopsis
Carsten Clever reflects on his relationship with his grandfather, Wilhelm, a former Wehrmacht soldier. After Wilhelm's death, Carsten discovers a box of memories from World War II that Wilhelm never shared. This prompts Carsten to confront his own questions and regrets about his grandfather's past. The film addresses the silence surrounding personal histories and the impact on familial connections. Directed by Julia Clever, it runs for 61 minutes.
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Why Watch
- Meet Wilhelm, a former Wehrmacht soldier with untold stories.
- Find out what memories were hidden in Wilhelm's box.
- See how family history shapes personal identity.
Did You Know
- The film is directed by Julia Clever, released in 2018.
- Wilhelm was a soldier in the Wehrmacht during World War II.
- The documentary has a runtime of 61 minutes.
- The film features a cast including Carsten Clever and Benjamin Dontaine.
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Who directed the documentary 'Trying to Catch the Wind'?
Julia Clever directed the documentary 'Trying to Catch the Wind'.
What is the runtime of 'Trying to Catch the Wind'?
The runtime of 'Trying to Catch the Wind' is 61 minutes.
What relationship does the filmmaker have with Wilhelm in the documentary?
The filmmaker is the grandson of Wilhelm, a former Wehrmacht soldier.
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