The Folklore of the Schleife Region (1989)
A foray through the Sorbian customs of central Lusatia, made in the GDR. This classic work of documentary filmmaking covers the course of a year, in the process elaborating on village architecture, furniture, costumes, handicrafts, legends and oral traditions, as well as significant customs such as Zapust and the gift giving child.
Director: Martin Slivka, Toni Bruk
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date: June 1, 1989
Screenplay
Music: Alfons Janca
Cinematography: Michael Börner
Editing: Margita Černáková
Production: DEFA-Studio für Trickfilme
Country: East Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Martin Slivka, Toni Bruk
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Folklore of the Schleife Region about?
- A foray through the Sorbian customs of central Lusatia, made in the GDR. This classic work of documentary filmmaking covers the course of a year, in the process elaborating on village architecture, furniture, costumes, handicrafts, legends and oral traditions, as well as significant customs such as Zapust and the gift giving child.
- Who directed The Folklore of the Schleife Region?
- The Folklore of the Schleife Region was directed by Martin Slivka, Toni Bruk.
- How long is The Folklore of the Schleife Region?
- The Folklore of the Schleife Region has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
- What genre is The Folklore of the Schleife Region?
- The Folklore of the Schleife Region is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Folklore of the Schleife Region produced?
- The Folklore of the Schleife Region was produced in East Germany.