Chemnitz in the shadow of the neo -Nazis: A look back into the 90s
Chemnitz in the shadow of the neo -Nazis: A look back into the 90s
In East Germany it is bubbling again. A worrying return of right slogans and violence has increased here in recent years. The 90s in particular seem to be like a recurring nightmare for many. The documentary “Springer Stiefel”, which runs in season, impressively illuminates these developments. The protagonists Hendrik Bolz and Don Pablo Mulemba travel through the region and deal intensively with current and historical topics.
One of the most striking aspects of the film is the interview with Ahmed. He came to Chemnitz in 2015 and asked himself whether he should really stay in this environment. The story of Hendrik, who reveals that he also showed aggressive behavior in his youth, brings further perspectives. The context of the right -wing extremist youth culture becomes tangible by personal stories, which the problem comes closer to the viewer.
hidden stories from the region
This season is also presented by the story of a Zittauer, whose son has turned to the right -wing extremist spectrum. This knowledge raises questions: What drives young people in this direction? Which social conditions promote such a radical change? The filmmakers give an insight into the life realities of these people and find through their encounters that the violence may never have really disappeared.
Another important conversation partner is the daughter of a contract worker from Vietnam, who had to deal with neo -Nazis in Cottbus in the early 2000s. Their experience illustrates the racist dimension, which often remains hidden in these conflicts. She tells of the challenges she had to live through as a teenager in an enemy environment - an experience that many immigrant families share.
The story of a Tunisian who was victim of the racist hunting hunts in Chemnitz is particularly shocking. Such incidents throw a bright light on the racist currents in Germany that have been going on for years, which often fly under the radar. Through these personal reports, the spectators get a clear impression of how deeply rooted these problems are in society.The questions that are raised in "jumping boots" are fundamental: what has happened since reunification? Why is there an increase in right -wing extremist attitudes again, and how can you expose these phenomena for the younger generation? The program offers a platform for dialogue and reflects on the difficulties that have individual life stories.
The second season of "Springer boot" is also available via the ARD audio and represents a valuable resource for all those who want to learn more about current developments in East Germany. Interest in such topics is more important than ever today, and access to these stories could be the first step into a broader social debate.
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