'Das Deutsche Volk', directed by Marcin Wierzchowski, confronts the pressing questions of identity and belonging in Germany, catalyzed by the 2020 Hanau shootings. The film premiered at Berlinale, commemorating the tragedy where a far-right terrorist targeted and killed nine victims, motivated by an extreme racist ideology. Through five years of filming, Wierzchowski documented the lives of the survivors and families affected, highlighting their grief and pursuit of justice amidst a political climate supporting anti-immigrant sentiments. His personal history as a Polish immigrant enriches the narrative, providing a profound commentary on societal racism.
In the wake of the Hanau shootings, Marcin Wierzchowski's documentary, 'Das Deutsche Volk', seeks to explore identity, belonging, and the impact of far-right extremism in Germany.
The film critically examines how the normalization of anti-immigrant sentiments within political spheres contributes to the atmosphere of violence that led to the Hanau tragedy.
Wierzchowski’s personal background as a Polish immigrant informs his perspective, allowing him to powerfully address the issue of belonging within German society.
Documenting the struggles of the survivors and families over five years, the film emphasizes their ongoing fight for justice and recognition of their pain in society.
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