Our Children

This documentary, running for 88 minutes, provides a unique glimpse into the lives of marginalized youth in East Germany. It captures the experiences of various subcultures, including goths, skinheads, and punks, which were largely overlooked by the state. Through four years of filming, Steiner presents the voices of young East Germans and their motivations for aligning with these groups.

The film challenges the official narrative that dismissed these youth as social deviations influenced by Western culture. Instead, it reveals the complexities of their identities and the pressures they faced in a repressive society. This documentary is a significant piece in understanding the social fabric of the GDR and the struggles of its younger generation.