A Place in the Sun
110 years after the genocide
Synopsis
The German genocide on Ovaherero and Nama happened 110 years ago. It was acknowledged as such by the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2015.The film shows drawn historic footage, which illustrates the former German perception on the Ovaherero and Nama and finally leads to the Hereroday. The genocide and the trauma of the German colonial rule are still present and influence the culture and identity of both tribes down to the present day.Festivals/Awards
Odense International Film Festival69th Montecatini Short Film Festival
25. l’Alternativa Festival de Cinema independent de Barcelona
31. Exground Filmfest Wiesbaden
40. Filmfestival Max Ophüls Preis
Cast and Crew
- Director Christian Zipfel
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Links / Reference
vimeo.com/276087400