Geborgenheit im Alter (1981)

Becoming old - the autumn of man's life is the same the world over, wherever he lives. But the way one spends old age is different everywhere, and distinguishes one society from another. How do senior citizens live in the GDR - what are pensioners lives like? Are they alone, forgotten or do they live with others? What is done in this country for the older generation, the generation which built up the country and which can now sit back?

Director: Peter Petersen
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 24 min
Release Date:

Screenplay

Cinematography: Gerhard Münch
Editing: Charlotte Beck
Production: DEFA-Studio für Dokumentarfilme
Country: East Germany, Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Peter Petersen
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Geborgenheit im Alter about?
Becoming old - the autumn of man's life is the same the world over, wherever he lives. But the way one spends old age is different everywhere, and distinguishes one society from another. How do senior citizens live in the GDR - what are pensioners lives like? Are they alone, forgotten or do they live with others? What is done in this country for the older generation, the generation which built up the country and which can now sit back?
Who directed Geborgenheit im Alter?
Geborgenheit im Alter was directed by Peter Petersen.
How long is Geborgenheit im Alter?
Geborgenheit im Alter has a runtime of 24m (24 minutes).
What genre is Geborgenheit im Alter?
Geborgenheit im Alter is a Documentary film.
Where was Geborgenheit im Alter produced?
Geborgenheit im Alter was produced in East Germany, Germany.