Petra Epperlein

Breaking barriers in the realm of documentary filmmaking, Petra Epperlein was born in 1966 in Karl-Marx-Stadt, East Germany, now known as Chemnitz. Epperlein's active years span from the late 1990s to the present, specializing in documentary films, with her most acclaimed works including "The Death of Stalinism in Bohemia" and "Karl Marx City," which have been recognized at several international film festivals. Epperlein's unique authorial style is characterized by her ability to interweave personal narratives with historical and political contexts, often exploring themes of memory, identity, and the legacy of the Cold War. Petra Epperlein is a story-teller who fearlessly confronts the shadows of the past, bringing to light truths that many would prefer to keep hidden.