Film demonstration and discussion: Shalom New Germany - Jews in the GDR on November 26, 2023 in Berlin

Film demonstration and discussion: Shalom New Germany - Jews in the GDR on November 26, 2023 in Berlin

according to a report by www.berlin.de ,

On November 26, 2023, a film screening and discussion with the director “From History to the Present-Places of Historical and Political Education in Treptow-Köpenick” takes place in the Casablanca cinema in Berlin. The documentary “Schalom New Germany-Jews in the GDR” illuminates the ambivalent relationship between East German Jews and the State of GDR as well as the individual experiences of Jewish GDR citizens. The film shows what Jewish life looked like in the GDR and focuses on the biographies and emotional descriptions of the protagonists.

As a citizen of Berlin, it is important to deal with the history and the various aspects of life in our city. The series of events offers a valuable opportunity to reflect on the past and to discuss how it shapes our present. Especially in Berlin, which is rich in history, it is crucial to understand the local history and learn from the experiences of others.

The event is carried out in cooperation with various local partners who are committed to democracy, diversity and against anti -Semitism. This shows the strong commitment of the Berlin community for the processing of history and the promotion of tolerance and understanding in our society.