The Steel Hammer Out There On the Grass

This documentary provides a raw look at the impact of industrial decline on communities. It documents the events of March 28, 1981, when 10,000 people gathered in Judenburg to protest against the closure of their steel plant. The film serves as a historical record of the struggle to maintain jobs and the fight against economic adversity.

Filmladen Wien produced this poignant exploration of the steel industry’s challenges. Its focus on a specific event gives it a unique perspective on the broader issues faced by workers and communities during this tumultuous period. Collectors of documentaries may find this film significant for its representation of labor movements and local activism in Austria during the early 1980s.