This prose-poem film delves into the themes of guilt and trauma, interlinking four distinct eras set in a farm in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. It unearths the layers of pain, abuse, and repressed memories experienced by characters across generations. From a young manâs amputation during the aftermath of WWI to the struggles of women caught in a cycle of domestic and sexual abuse under heavy historical burdens, the narrative highlights the complexities of familial bonds and societal expectations, juxtaposing past horrors with their lingering effects on descendants.
The film artfully explores the interplay of guilt, shame, and yearning across generations, revealing how deeply repressed traumas manifest in the lives of descendants.
Through its narrative structure, the film juxtaposes different eras, shedding light on the continuity of familial and societal horrors, and the haunting legacies left behind.
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