Being Gypsy
Originally released in 1970. Being Gypsy is a documentary film. directed by Zsóka Nestler. At just 47 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Roma and Sinti people talk about their experiences in the Third Reich and the Federal Republic of Germany, inspired by Otto Pankok’s paintings of Romani theme and subject in the 1930s, declared degenerate art by the Nazis. These are moving narratives of persecution, discrimination, marginalisation, of life as second-class human beings, all of which lasts, incredibly enough, right up to the allegedly democratic present day of the film, since they live in inhumane conditions in barracks at the margins of cities and society and are not officially recognised as Nazi victims. Long, nearly uncut sequences open space for the people and their stories. That’s all it takes for one of Peter and Zsóka Nestler’s most important works.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 18, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
0h 47m
47 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
Production Companies
- SVT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Being Gypsy about?
Roma and Sinti people talk about their experiences in the Third Reich and the Federal Republic of Germany, inspired by Otto Pankok’s paintings of Romani theme and subject in the 1930s, declared d...
Who directed Being Gypsy?
Being Gypsy was directed by Zsóka Nestler.
How long is Being Gypsy?
Being Gypsy has a runtime of 0 hours and 47 minutes (47 minutes total).
When was Being Gypsy released?
Being Gypsy was released on December 18, 1970 in theaters.