Childhood in Homes, Youth in Custody: Film Discussion at VHS Suhl
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A Film Evening on GDR Home Education, Memory, and the Silence of Subsequent Generations
The adult education center "Karl Mundt" in Suhl will open its council chamber on September 17, 2026, for an evening that combines historical reflection with intensive witness accounts. The documentary film "Lost Time – Against the Silence" by Torsten Eckold and Stefanie Falkenberg will be shown, followed by a discussion about childhood in homes, youth in custody, and the repercussions of state repression in the GDR.
When Memory Becomes Narrative
The film takes four witnesses back to the places of their youth: the transit home Schmiedefeld, the youth work farm "New Life" Wolfersdorf, and the women’s prison Hohenleuben. There, experiences of violence, isolation, and forced labor converge into a disheartening image of an education aimed at discipline rather than protection. It is precisely this connection of personal memory and political history that gives the documentary its literary and cultural-historical impact.
A Discussion that Expands Perspectives
Following the screening, the audience discussion will provide space for contextualization, questions, and reflection. The evening is aimed at people interested in contemporary history, GDR reappraisal, documentary films, and biographical testimonies. The event makes visible how important it remains to listen to the voices of those affected and not to smooth historical narratives.
The Venue: Historical, Central, and Atmospherically Dense
The adult education center "Karl Mundt" is located at Meininger Straße 89 in Suhl. The council chamber of the building provides a concentrated reading and discussion atmosphere that gives appropriate context to the serious topic. The venue combines historical architecture with public educational work, making it a suitable space for such a commemorative format.
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For those interested in documentary narrative forms, GDR history, and vibrant political education, this evening offers weight and resonance. "Lost Time – Against the Silence" promises not an easy program, but an important one. Those wishing to understand historical responsibility should experience this event live.
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