Drei Stunden Güstrow
Originally released in 1994. Drei Stunden Güstrow is a documentary film. directed by Michael Krull. At just 44 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gunter Schoß
Synopsis
December 1981: Helmut Schmidt, chancellor of the FRG, visits the chairman of the state council of the GDR, Erich Honecker. The experiences with the visit of Willy Brandt in Erfurt in 1970 have warned the state leadership: Euphoria for a federal chancellor is out of the question this time. For December 13th, the protocol plans a visit to Güstrow. The Christmas market, the Barlach memorial, and the cathedral of Güstrow are on the agenda. The enormous machinery of the ministry of state security is set into motion in order to ensure the “safety of the guest”. Erich Mielke: “Never before, such a high effort was necessary as here in Güstrow.” People are temporarily arrested, inhabitants placed under house arrest, Stasi employees dressed up as “visitors of the Christmas market”. And like that, the media was supposed to get presented with a favourable image of the GDR. A reconstruction of three hours of state visit to Güstrow.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1994
32 years ago
Runtime
0h 44m
44 minutes total
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- NDR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drei Stunden Güstrow about?
December 1981: Helmut Schmidt, chancellor of the FRG, visits the chairman of the state council of the GDR, Erich Honecker. The experiences with the visit of Willy Brandt in Erfurt in 1970 have warn...
Who directed Drei Stunden Güstrow?
Drei Stunden Güstrow was directed by Michael Krull.
How long is Drei Stunden Güstrow?
Drei Stunden Güstrow has a runtime of 0 hours and 44 minutes (44 minutes total).
When was Drei Stunden Güstrow released?
Drei Stunden Güstrow was released on January 1, 1994 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Drei Stunden Güstrow?
The main cast of Drei Stunden Güstrow includes Gunter Schoß.