The Flood

This short film, produced by DEFA-Studio für Trickfilme, features two men on an island who are faced with the challenge of building a boat as a storm approaches. One man focuses on the immediate danger and the need for speed, while the other becomes preoccupied with decorative details. The narrative explores themes of urgency and priorities, set against a backdrop of surreal animation.

Lutz Dammbeck's The Flood is notable as his last film made in East Germany before his move to West Germany. The film's score is composed by Günter "Baby" Sommer, a well-known jazz musician. This combination of unique storytelling and music adds layers to the viewing experience, making it a distinctive piece of animated cinema from the late 1980s.