The Seven from the Rhine
Die Sieben vom Rhein
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Andrew Thorndike, Annelie Thorndike
- Screenplay & Story
- Andrew Thorndike, Annelie Thorndike
- Original Title
- Die Sieben vom Rhein
- Country of Origin
- East Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- DEFA-Studio für Dokumentarfilme
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Thorndike, Annelie Thorndike
Andrew Thorndike, Annelie Thorndike
Ella Ulrich
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Thorndike
Director
Andrew Thorndike
Writer
Annelie Thorndike
Director
Annelie Thorndike
Writer
Ella Ulrich
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Seven from the Rhine
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What is The Seven from the Rhine about?
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.
Who directed The Seven from the Rhine?
The Seven from the Rhine was directed by Andrew Thorndike, Annelie Thorndike.
Who stars in The Seven from the Rhine?
The principal cast of The Seven from the Rhine includes Karl-Eduard von Schnitzler.
When was The Seven from the Rhine released and how long is it?
The Seven from the Rhine was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.