Inhabiting History

Conceived by filmmaker Miryam Charles as a “carte blanche” at the invitation of the Goethe-Institut, this film series offers an opportunity to discover new voices in contemporary German cinema, whose works are rarely shown here.

“I conceived this program as an invitation to discover works that bring to light stories and memories long left on the margins. Through documentary, fiction, and experimental film, these films offer unique perspectives on contemporary Germany by exploring the connections between identity, belonging, and memory.

What unites them is their ability to create a dialogue between the personal and collective history. In my own work, I’m interested in those spaces where personal narratives become acts of transmission. By bringing these films together, I hope to share works that shift our perspective and open a space for reflection on the stories that continue to shape our present.” — Miryam Charles