de-magic-ation of a city 2024

‘entzauberung einer stadt’ is a meditation on Dublin, reflecting impressions of beauty, struggles and inhumanity within a European metropolis.

Directed by Moritz Kramer

‘entzauberung einer stadt’ (eng. de-magic-ation of a city) is a poetic documentary by a German filmmaker living in Dublin. It is his response to the city's housing crisis, harsh weather conditions, and the humanitarian crisis intertwined within. The title shines a light on the theme of disillusionment, reflecting the filmmaker's feelings as he peels back the layers of romanticized notions to reveal a version of truth underneath.