By 2045, twenty localities in Germany will be resettled due to brown coal open pit mining, affecting the lives of residents in the Rhenish coal-mining district.
Synopsis
By 2045, twenty localities in Germany will be resettled due to brown coal open pit mining, affecting the lives of residents in the Rhenish coal-mining district.
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Synopsis
In the Rhenish coal-mining district of Germany, residents of three villages face an uncertain future as brown coal open pit mining leads to their impending resettlement. Waste Land captures the final years of these communities, documenting their preparations for relocation as they confront the loss of their homes. The film provides a detailed look at the emotional and logistical challenges faced by the inhabitants as they navigate the transition in the lead-up to 2045.
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Why Watch
- Meet the residents facing relocation in Germany.
- See the impact of brown coal mining on communities.
- Find out how a region prepares for collective resettlement.
Did You Know
- By 2045, twenty localities in Germany will be resettled due to mining.
- The film focuses on three villages in the Rhenish coal-mining district.
- Waste Land has a total duration of 63 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will happen to the localities in Germany by 2045?
By 2045, twenty localities in Germany will be resettled due to brown coal open pit mining.
How many villages does Waste Land follow?
Waste Land follows the inhabitants of three villages in the Rhenish coal-mining district.
What is the duration of the documentary Waste Land?
The duration of Waste Land is 63 minutes.
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