Schade, daß Beton nicht brennt

May 10, 1981

1h 21m

★ 0.0

Overview

A documentary about the clashes between squatters and the police in Berlin in early 1981. Despite the absence of commentary, this is an openly partisan film that aims less for political analysis than for an up-close description of the situation and mood.

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