When is Biermann showing at the filmforum Duisburg?

The screening begins on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 5:45 PM.

How long is the film Biermann?

The documentary has a runtime of approximately 120 minutes.

Where does the screening take place?

The screening takes place at filmforum Dellplatz 16 in 47051 Duisburg.

How much does a ticket cost?

The regular ticket price is 9.90 euros.

What age is the film suitable for?

The film is suitable for all ages.

What is Biermann about?

The documentary portrays the singer-songwriter, poet, and political activist Wolf Biermann, connecting his music with his biography and the German-German history.

Wolf Biermann's eventful life: This film brings German history to life

Name: Biermann
Start: 2026-11-05T17:45:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-05T19:45:00+01:00
Location: filmforum

Wolf Biermann on the big screen: A life between song, literature, and resistance

2026 is dedicated to Wolf Biermann: The singer-songwriter, poet, and political activist born in Hamburg in 1936 will celebrate his 90th birthday on November 15. The documentary Biermann approaches this influential figure through music, memories, and the tumultuous German-German history. On Thursday, November 5, 2026, the film will be shown at 5:45 PM at the filmforum Duisburg.

Music as the starting point of a century-long story

Wolf Biermann turned the term singer-songwriter into a distinct artistic stance. His songs merge poetic precision with political sharpness, personal experience with social analysis. The film takes this music as a starting point and portrays an artist whose stage performance, voice, and lyrics have resonated far beyond the concert hall.

Between the GDR, expatriation, and artistic freedom

Biermann moved from Hamburg to the GDR in 1953 and from 1965 onward received a complete ban on performing and publishing. After his concert in Cologne in November 1976, he was expatriated from the GDR. The consequences sparked a broad protest movement among intellectuals and artists in East and West. The documentary places these cuts into the cultural history of the GDR and the Federal Republic.

Poetic language, political energy

Central to the film are Biermann's songs, poems, and essays. His discography includes significant releases like Die Drahtharfe, Chausseestraße 131, and Es gibt ein Leben vor dem Tod. Additionally, there are numerous poetry collections, translations, and literary works. The film's dramaturgy conveys how closely sound, language, and attitude are connected in Biermann's work.

A concentrated cinematic experience at the filmforum

The filmforum presents Biermann as a documentary film of approximately 120 minutes with no age restriction. The cinema projection creates space for historical context, musical memories, and the immediate impact of Biermann's voice. The audience can expect not just an ordinary artist portrait, but a journey through German post-war history, chanson, poetry, and political debates.

Conclusion: Rediscovering Wolf Biermann

Biermann combines the live atmosphere of historical performances with biographical depth and musical analysis. Those interested in German-German history, political songwriting, literature, and extraordinary artistic personalities will experience an intense evening at the filmforum Duisburg. Mark your calendars and discover Wolf Biermann where his art continues to resonate: on the big screen.