Respite
Originally released in 2007. Respite is a documentary film. directed by Harun Farocki. At just 40 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Respite consists of silent black-and-white film shot at Westerbork, a Dutch refugee camp established in 1939 for Jews fleeing Germany. In 1942, after the occupation of Holland, its function was reversed by the Nazis and it became a 'transit camp.' In 1944, the camp commander commissioned a film, shot by a photographer, Rudolph Breslauer. “By exhuming the scattered fragments and traces of the phantom film (intertitle cards, ideas for the scenario, graphic elements), Harun Farocki inscribes the Dutch footage within the genre of the corporate film.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 1, 2007
18 years ago
Runtime
0h 40m
40 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
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Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Harun Farocki Filmproduktion
- Jeonju International Film Festival
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Respite about?
Respite consists of silent black-and-white film shot at Westerbork, a Dutch refugee camp established in 1939 for Jews fleeing Germany. In 1942, after the occupation of Holland, its function was rev...
Who directed Respite?
Respite was directed by Harun Farocki.
How long is Respite?
Respite has a runtime of 0 hours and 40 minutes (40 minutes total).
When was Respite released?
Respite was released on April 1, 2007 in theaters.