We Have Forgotten to Return Home

This documentary presents a personal journey as Fatih Akin reflects on his family's history. His father moved to Germany from Turkey in 1965 with the intention of staying for only two years. However, he ended up bringing his family to Hamburg, where he has worked in a chemical cleaning factory ever since.

The film captures the nuances of immigrant life and the challenges faced by Akin's family. Through interviews and personal anecdotes, it provides a unique insight into the Turkish immigrant experience in Germany. Akin's storytelling weaves together the past and present, illustrating the complexities of cultural identity and belonging in a foreign land. This documentary is part of the 'Denk ich an Deutschland …' collection, adding depth to the exploration of German and Turkish narratives.