Over 100 years after the German colonial war in South West Africa, descendants of colonizers and indigenous people confront the lasting impacts of that conflict.
“The colonial war against the Herero”
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Over 100 years after the German colonial war in South West Africa, descendants of colonizers and indigenous people confront the lasting impacts of that conflict.
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Synopsis
Pierre Gaulke and Israel Kaunatjike discuss the legacy of the German colonial war in South West Africa. The documentary takes place in contemporary Namibia, where descendants of German colonists interact with descendants of indigenous peoples. It looks at personal stories and historical events from the early 20th century. The film shows how past injustices influence current identities and social relationships. It focuses on memory, reconciliation, and the effects of colonialism. Running time is 72 minutes.
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Why Watch
- Meet descendants of German colonists and indigenous Namibians.
- Find out how colonialism shapes modern Namibian society.
- See personal stories that reveal historical injustices.
Did You Know
- The documentary focuses on the German colonial war against the Herero.
- It features personal stories from descendants of both colonists and indigenous people.
- The film was directed by Minze Tummescheit and released in 2004.
- The documentary has a runtime of 72 minutes.
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What is the main focus of the documentary 'White Ghosts'?
The documentary examines the lasting impacts of the German colonial war in South West Africa during the early 20th century.
Who directed the documentary 'White Ghosts'?
Minze Tummescheit directed the documentary.
What languages are featured in the documentary 'White Ghosts'?
The documentary features languages including Herero (hz), German (de), and English (en).
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