Overwork

About This Movie

Overwork draws you in with its stark, grainy visuals. It feels like a time capsule, piecing together these old 16mm films from the German Employment Agency. The pacing is almost hypnotic, as it juxtaposes mundane workplace scenarios with a haunting score that lingers in the background. You get this palpable sense of the weight of labor and its toll on the human spirit. The found-footage style adds a layer of authenticity; it’s raw and unfiltered. What stands out is how it manages to evoke a spectrum of emotions, from nostalgia to disquiet, all while making you think about the nature of work itself. A bit unconventional, but that's what makes it intriguing.

Found-footage documentary styleExplores themes of labor and mental tollUnique archival footage from the 16mm films