de-magic-ation of a city
‘entzauberung einer stadt’ is a meditation on Dublin, reflecting impressions of beauty, struggles and inhumanity within a European metropolis.
May 13, 2024 · 10m
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‘entzauberung einer stadt’ (eng. de-magic-ation of a city) is a poetic documentary by a German filmmaker living in Dublin. It is his response to the city's housing crisis, harsh weather conditions, and the humanitarian crisis intertwined within. The title shines a light on the theme of disillusionment, reflecting the filmmaker's feelings as he peels back the layers of romanticized notions to reveal a version of truth underneath.