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Auf der Kippe - documentary film (D, 2023), followed by a film interview with director Britt Beyer

AUF DER KIPPE takes a sensitive look at Lusatia - a border region characterized by mining and permanent upheaval - and the people who live there: Their worries, their hopes and their unconditional will to actively shape the future of their homeland.

Lusatia, a region on the eastern edge of Germany but located in the middle of Europe, has already experienced many changes. In the GDR, it was an important industrial location, the pride of the young republic. There was well-paid work and progress, and mining shaped the regional identity for generations. Construction was followed by dismantling. After reunification, companies were wound up, livelihoods were destroyed, unemployment rose and prospects dwindled.

With the foreseeable coal phase-out, Lusatia is once again facing a deep cut. The new buzzword is "transformation". An entire region has to redefine itself: If it is no longer an energy supplier, what is it then? There are many ideas. Lusatia could specialize in renewable energies, could become a university and research location. Some dream of an upswing through tourism, with the largest man-made lake landscape in Europe. For many, it should remain an industrial region, in keeping with tradition.

AUF DER KIPPE meets the people who live there: Their worries and fears for the future, their hopes and their unconditional will to actively shape the future of their homeland. The mayor, who saw the city of his childhood disappear and therefore has his eyes firmly set on the future. The environmental activist who fights for the preservation of forest areas and against the flooding of disused open-cast mining areas with water, of which there is too little. The excavator operator, who has worked in mining for over 30 years, demands recognition of tradition and the prospect of a gentle exit. And the young skilled worker raps: "Give us a future, give us a perspective ... Skills available, the skilled workers are here."

Directed by: Britt Beyer
A ZERO ONE FILM production in co-production with CELLULOIDTRACKS In co-production with ZDF/ 3sat, rbb, MDR

Moderation: Alina Cyranek (documentary filmmaker, Leipzig)

We recommend reserving tickets by calling 0341 90960037 or ticket@budde-haus.de

Admission:
Normal price: 5,00 Euro
Solidarity price: Voluntary admission, which is higher than the normal price.
Please note: No card payment possible.

Admission: from 3.30 pm (free choice of seats)
Please collect reserved tickets from the box office at least 15 minutes before the start of the event.

Venue: The event will take place in the hall of the Budde-Haus (first floor).

Catering: Small selection of drinks (box office of your choice)

Sponsor: The Budde-Haus is supported by the Cultural Office of the City of Leipzig.

Price information:

Solidarity price: Voluntary admission above the normal price.