Deutschland - dein Selbstporträt

About This Movie

Deutschland - dein Selbstporträt is a fascinating tapestry woven from the contributions of everyday Germans. Shot in the summer of 2016, it’s this massive collective effort, kind of like a crowd-sourced love letter to the nation. The film captures so many raw emotions—laughter, nostalgia, and a bit of melancholy. The pacing is a bit uneven at times, but that adds to its charm, giving you space to breathe between the bursts of energy. You see all sorts of personal stories, some poignant and others wildly comedic, reflecting the incredible diversity of experiences in Germany. It’s not just a documentary; it’s a mosaic, a snapshot of a moment in time that feels both intimate and expansive.

Unique crowd-sourced conceptCaptures a wide range of emotionsReflects contemporary German identity