The Rise And Fall of the Wall – The Cinema of East Germany

The Secretary

Der Sekretär

Jürgen Böttcher

The film follows Gerhard Grimmer, the party secretary at a chemical plant in Bruna and the liaison between the plant’s management and its employees, as he attempts to improve morale among the workers. Always concerned about the feelings and needs of the mostly-female employees, he is well-liked by them. Grimmer tactfully uses his charming manner and smart appearance to improve the factory’s atmosphere and solve various problems.

17-10-2019
19:00 • DDR • 106’
Cinemateca
Sala M. Félix Ribeiro

The Rise And Fall of the Wall – The Cinema of East Germany