Father, Son and the Price of Resistance

Description

The film follows a father and son as they confront their family's history of resistance against the dictatorship in East Germany. The father utilized his typewriter as a tool of dissent, while the son engaged in more direct actions. Through video messages, they strive to connect across the generational divide, initiating a painful search for truth and understanding. As the film progresses, the son delves into the father's past, uncovering the sacrifices made and the silence that surrounded their lives. This exploration leads to revelations about the different forms of resistance each generation faced. The narrative unfolds with a focus on the challenges of reconciling their experiences and the impact of political oppression on their relationship.