When does the screening of Biermann take place?

The screening begins on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM and is expected to end around 8:00 PM.

Where will Biermann be shown?

The documentary is screening at filmforum at Dellplatz 16 in 47051 Duisburg.

How much is the entrance fee?

The regular entrance fee for the screening is 9.90 Euros. Reduced tickets cost 8.50 Euros.

How long is the film?

The documentary has a runtime of 120 minutes.

What is Biermann about?

The film by Jens Meurer portrays the songwriter, activist, and poet Wolf Biermann and addresses his music, his biography, and key moments of German post-war history.

How can one reach the filmforum?

The filmforum is centrally located at Dellplatz 16. Bus stops at Friedrich-Wilhelm-Platz are about 100 meters away; parking options are available in the area.

Wolf Biermann's Lived Life: This Film Powerfully Brings German History to the Screen

Name: Biermann
Start: 2026-10-30T18:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-30T20:00:00+01:00
Location: filmforum

Wolf Biermann at filmforum Duisburg: A Lived Life on the Screen

2026 is dedicated to Wolf Biermann: The songwriter, activist, and poet born in Hamburg in 1936 celebrates his 90th birthday on November 15th. The documentary Biermann highlights the life and musical work of an artist whose voice is closely connected to German post-war history on October 30th at filmforum Duisburg.

Songs as a Chronicle of a Divided Society

Director Jens Meurer combines personal memories, historical breaks, and Biermann's musical work in his 120-minute portrait. Central themes include his childhood in Nazi Germany, his relocation to East Germany in 1953, and his expatriation following a concert in Cologne in November 1976.

Between Poetry, Protest, and Self-Irony

The documentary approaches Wolf Biermann not only through archival material but above all through his songs and narratives. Biermann speaks about Germany, political power, and a life between contradiction and artistic freedom. Conversations with Joachim Gauck, Campino, and Wolfgang Niedecken expand the portrait with further perspectives.

A Cinematic Concert Experience Without a Stage

Even without a live concert, Biermann unfolds an intense musical atmosphere. The orchestration of songs, conversations, and historical images makes the sound of an era palpable. Fire, self-irony, and a precise stage performance shape the image of an artist who, despite bitter experiences, has not become embittered.

A Historical Occasion in the Biermann Year

The year 2026 also marks the 50th anniversary of Biermann's expatriation from the then East Germany. His poem Ermutigung written in 1968 gains new relevance. The film questions what remains of a political stance when times and systems change.

Conclusion: An Impressive Evening at Duisburg's filmforum

The audience can expect a focused documentary experience about music, stance, and German history. Those who know Wolf Biermann's songs or wish to rediscover his biography will experience an evening full of poetry, historical tension, and personal closeness. Save the date at filmforum Duisburg and experience the portrait on the big screen.