The Golan Swimmingpool (2019)

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WWII is over, the director’s family goes separate ways: Her great aunt moves to Israel and joins the Kibbuz movement. Her grandmother returns to East Germany to help build a Socialist society. Only after the German reunification young Esther finds out about her Jewish relatives and spends carefree days in Israel. The Golan Swimmingpool lovingly explores the Jewish identity of a family living in two political systems. The film investigates their ideals and worlds and questions how much of it is left in today’s generation.

Director: Esther Zimmering
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Matija Strniša
Cinematography: Börres Weiffenbach
Editing: Friederike Anders
Production: Zischlermann Filmproduktion, Cine Plus Filmproduktion, RBB
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Esther Zimmering
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Golan Swimmingpool about?
WWII is over, the director’s family goes separate ways: Her great aunt moves to Israel and joins the Kibbuz movement. Her grandmother returns to East Germany to help build a Socialist society. Only after the German reunification young Esther finds out about her Jewish relatives and spends carefree days in Israel. The Golan Swimmingpool lovingly explores the Jewish identity of a family living in two political systems. The film investigates their ideals and worlds and questions how much of it is left in today’s generation.
Who directed The Golan Swimmingpool?
The Golan Swimmingpool was directed by Esther Zimmering.
Who stars in The Golan Swimmingpool?
The Golan Swimmingpool stars Esther Zimmering.
How long is The Golan Swimmingpool?
The Golan Swimmingpool has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is The Golan Swimmingpool?
The Golan Swimmingpool is a Documentary film.
Where was The Golan Swimmingpool produced?
The Golan Swimmingpool was produced in Germany.