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BFK | 03.12.2023 | Love, Deutschmarks and Death (2022)

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INFO:

Originaltittel: Ask, Mark ve Ölüm
Visningsformat: DCP
Regissør: Cem Kaya
Produksjonsland: Tyskland
Språk: Tyrkisk, Tysk
Undertekst: Engelsk
Lengde: 1 time 36 minutter


NOR:

Love, Deutschmarks and Death utforsker den ofte oversette subkulturen til tyrkiske «gjestearbeidere». Gjennom nøye utvalgt arkivmateriale og intime intervjuer tar filmen publikummerne med på en vill reise gjennom bryllupslokaler, tavernaer og den travle Türkischer Basar i Berlin. Filmen tar også opp innvirkningen av rasistiske ideologier på innvandrerbefolkningen, og belyser de tragiske konsekvensene av høyreekstremistiske angrep på 1990-tallet. Denne utforskningen av sosiale og politiske realiteter gir dybde og autentisitet til filmen og gjør den til en unik og interessant filmopplevelse.


ENG:

Love, Deutschmarks and Death is a captivating documentary directed by Cem Kaya that examines the often overlooked subculture of Turkish “guest workers” and the intergenerational infrastructures built by the diaspora. It challenges the stereotypes while delving into the struggles and the resilience of the migrant community in Germany.

Through the impressive wealth of archival footage and intimate interviews, as well as Kaya’s humorous and critical style, the film takes viewers on a wild journey through the wedding venues, taverns and the bustling Türkischer Basar in Berlin while providing genuine insight into a vibrant subculture. It captures the essence of a fascinating community that, far from home, found solace and connection through the power of music. The film also addresses the impact of xenophobia and right-wing ideologies on the immigrant population, highlighting the tragic consequences of racially motivated attacks in the 1990s. This exploration of social and political realities through a fresh transnational approach adds depth and authenticity to the narratives and makes the documentary into an interesting viewing experience for an audience beyond just the music buffs.

Love, Deutschmarks and Death premiered at the 2022 Berlinale and borrows its title from a poem by the author Aras Ören. It is the German-Turkish director’s 3rd documentary feature.