Richard Dindo: In the footsteps of the small rebels in Switzerland

Richard Dindo: In the footsteps of the small rebels in Switzerland

With deep grief, the film world has taken note of the death of Swiss director Richard Dindo, who is considered an important representative of the new Swiss film. Dindo, born in Zurich in 1944, leaves an impressive legacy of documentary films that not only entertain but also stimulate thought. His film "The shooting of the national traitor Ernst S." (1975), which critically examines Switzerland and its role in World War II. This work questioned Switzerland's self -awareness and led to violent controversy, since the Federal Council described it as manipulative and refused to pay him the quality premium awarded, as the SRF reported .

Dindo overcome the boundaries of filmmaking and association art with political engagement. Inspired by the 68 movement, he often devoted himself to the topics of injustice and resistance in his work, including portraits of famous revolutionary and so-called "small rebels". His film "Dani, Michi, Renato & Max" (1987) tells the tragic story of four young activists who fought for an autonomous youth center and tragically died. The small rebels were just as important for Dindo as the great figures of the story, what the Kleine Zeitung .

a life for memory

His films are of political and historical nature, often they demand reflection on social conventions. "The art of storytelling, the philosophy of memory, the beauty of language" were always important, which is why he saw himself as a documentary and not just as a feature film director. His work is still considered a key work for the critical examination of the Swiss identity. Dindo's legacy will shape the work -up of topics such as treason and what will be.