Das Gaswerk

This film, produced by the DEFA-Studio für Dokumentarfilme, delves into the transition of a gasworks that had been a significant source of pollution for a century. It highlights the social and environmental challenges faced by the community as the facility closes its doors.

The documentary raises questions about the fate of the workers who were employed there and whether the site will be repurposed for new industry or transformed into a public park. The narrative provides a critical look at the intersection of labor, environment, and urban development in East Berlin during a time of significant change.