DIE ZEIT: Sonneberg – die gespaltene Stadt

Sonneberg, Germany, presents a compelling socio-political study. It’s the site of the country’s first AfD district administrator election, a development set against a backdrop where right-wing actors are said to amplify public anxieties. Yet, the town also carries a significant legacy of East German resistance. This spirit of defiance, deeply embedded in its history, remains visible in daily life and ongoing public demonstrations. This striking contrast – the rise of a controversial political force juxtaposed with an enduring spirit of rebellion – is the subject of a film by David Körzdörfer and René Wiesenthal.

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