The Seven from the Rhine

The Seven from the Rhine

0.0/101h 16m1954
The Seven from the Rhine

Overview

Die Sieben vom Rhein (The Seven from the Rhine) (1954) is an East German documentary directed by Andrew and Annelie Thorndike. The 76-minute film follows seven West German workers from the Ruhr region as they visit a steel factory in Riesa, East Germany, as part of the "Germans at the Same Table" campaign. Through their experiences, the documentary promotes unity and understanding between workers from both sides of the divided Germany. Produced by DEFA Studio für Dokumentarfilme, the film is recognized for its strong political messaging and masterful storytelling.

Genres

Production Companies

DEFA-Studio für Wochenschau und Dokumentarfilme

Additional Information

Original Title:Die Sieben vom Rhein
Original Language:German
Status:Released