Chinese Checkers (2017)

The film takes the sprawling form of a Chinese checkers games, creating a collage of associations evoked by movements and gambles. Through one family, three different Germanys take shape, including their problematic subchapters. The film centres on the mother who is a passionate Chinese checkers player as well as a tailor and fashion designer in the GDR. The mother’s favourite piece of work is a showpiece dress with piping, cording, tabs and embroidery around the neckline. One has to love this film, if only for the tender re-animation of words we presumed obsolete.

Director: Betina Kuntzsch
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 15 min
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Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chinese Checkers about?
The film takes the sprawling form of a Chinese checkers games, creating a collage of associations evoked by movements and gambles. Through one family, three different Germanys take shape, including their problematic subchapters. The film centres on the mother who is a passionate Chinese checkers player as well as a tailor and fashion designer in the GDR. The mother’s favourite piece of work is a showpiece dress with piping, cording, tabs and embroidery around the neckline. One has to love this film, if only for the tender re-animation of words we presumed obsolete.
Who directed Chinese Checkers?
Chinese Checkers was directed by Betina Kuntzsch.
How long is Chinese Checkers?
Chinese Checkers has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Chinese Checkers?
Chinese Checkers is a Documentary film.