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What We Remember presents nine personal stories from individuals of the post-war generation in East Germany. The film features interviews with notable figures such as guitarist Peter 'Caesar' Gläser and actress Christine Harbort, who share their childhood and youth memories. Each interviewee, reflecting the age of the German Democratic Republic, recounts experiences shaped by family, school, and significant life events.
The documentary captures a diverse range of professions, including skilled workers, scientists, nurses, saleswomen, and musicians. Through their recollections of happy moments and personal failures, the film paints a vivid picture of life in the GDR, revealing the common threads that connect these varied lives across a shared historical backdrop.
Why Watch
- •Meet Peter 'Caesar' Gläser, a GDR rock musician.
- •Find out about childhood memories in East Germany.
- •See personal stories from a diverse group of professions.
Did You Know
•The film features nine different interviewees from the GDR.
•Peter 'Caesar' Gläser is one of the musicians interviewed.
•The documentary has a runtime of 77 minutes.
Perfect For
GDR history enthusiastsFans of personal biographiesDocumentary lovers