Over the Years
2015•3h 8m•8.8•Released
Documentary
Taking the demise of a textile factory in Austria’s Waldviertel region as its starting point, with the antiquated manufacturing plant initially shown in full operation, this film poses the question of what work means for people’s self-image and character. After the factory goes bankrupt and closes, the filmmaker accompanies some of its employees as they continue to make their way, questioning them about their daily routines, the circumstances in which they live, about looking for work or the new jobs they find. One woman’s situation is precarious, but that doesn’t prevent her from bringing up her grandchildren. Another woman works here and there, flexible and resourceful. One man blossoms visibly in his newly unemployed state. Bit by bit, different aspects of their private lives and personal misfortunes emerge.
Director
Nikolaus Geyrhalter
Writer
Nikolaus Geyrhalter, Wolfgang Widerhofer
Languages
German
Studio
Nikolaus Geyrhalter Filmproduktion
Production
Company
Nikolaus Geyrhalter Filmproduktion
Producer
Wolfgang Widerhofer
Producer
Markus Glaser
Producer
Michael Kitzberger
Producer
Nikolaus Geyrhalter
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