The Seven from the Rhine (1954)

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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.

Director: Andrew Thorndike, Annelie Thorndike
Runtime: 76 min
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Editing: Ella Ulrich
Production: DEFA-Studio für Dokumentarfilme
Country: East Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Andrew Thorndike, Annelie Thorndike

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Seven from the Rhine about?
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.
Who directed The Seven from the Rhine?
The Seven from the Rhine was directed by Andrew Thorndike, Annelie Thorndike.
Who stars in The Seven from the Rhine?
The Seven from the Rhine stars Karl-Eduard von Schnitzler.
How long is The Seven from the Rhine?
The Seven from the Rhine has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
Where was The Seven from the Rhine produced?
The Seven from the Rhine was produced in East Germany.