My Whole Life Long

Directed by Annelie Thorndike

Mein ganzes Leben lang (My Whole Life Long) (1971) is an East German documentary directed by Annelie and Andrew Thorndike. The film chronicles the life of Hermann Dünow, who reflects on his personal experiences and memories. Through interviews and archival footage, the documentary explores themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time, offering a window into individual history within the broader context of German society. The film provides an intimate portrait of Dünow’s life, capturing the complexities of personal narrative against the backdrop of mid-20th-century Germany.