The Seven from the Rhine
Die Sieben vom Rhein (The Seven from the Rhine) (1954) is an East German documentary directed by Andrew and Annelie Thorndike. The 76-minute film follows seven West German workers from the Ruhr region as they visit a steel factory in Riesa, East Germany, as part of the "Germans at the Same Table" campaign. Through their experiences, the documentary promotes unity and understanding between workers from both sides of the divided Germany. Produced by DEFA Studio für Dokumentarfilme, the film is recognized for its strong political messaging and masterful storytelling.
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Andrew Thorndike Director · Annelie Thorndike Director Ella Ulrich Editor
First release January 1, 1954 · Produced in XG · Original title Die Sieben vom Rhein
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DEFA-Studio für Dokumentarfilme
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XG
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Original title
Die Sieben vom Rhein
Original language
German
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German
Release dates
Germany · January 1, 1954
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