On a Platform (1957)

On a Platform (1957) poster

The short documentary was shot at Ostkreuz station in Berlin-Friedrichshain and captures a snapshot of proletarian Berlin in 1957: it is early evening on a weekday. Workers drink a beer on their way home, look after the women or chat with colleagues. Two boys hang around the kiosk and steal deposit bottles unnoticed.

Director: Kurt Tetzlaff
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 5 min
Release Date:
Production: Deutsche Hochschule für Filmkunst
Country: East Germany, Germany
Language: No Language
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is On a Platform about?
The short documentary was shot at Ostkreuz station in Berlin-Friedrichshain and captures a snapshot of proletarian Berlin in 1957: it is early evening on a weekday. Workers drink a beer on their way home, look after the women or chat with colleagues. Two boys hang around the kiosk and steal deposit bottles unnoticed.
Who directed On a Platform?
On a Platform was directed by Kurt Tetzlaff.
How long is On a Platform?
On a Platform has a runtime of 5m (5 minutes).
What genre is On a Platform?
On a Platform is a Documentary film.
Where was On a Platform produced?
On a Platform was produced in East Germany, Germany.