„The King Steps Down“ – „Law and Justice“ Film and Discussion Series“

In cooperation with the Kinemathek Karlsruhe, we’re embarking on a cinematic exploration of the topic Law and Justice: Between Utopia and Reality. Join us and a select group of experts for discussions on climate, punishment, sports, and justice, and discover the highlights of international film culture with us.

Our next movie and discussion night: „König Hangs Up“ by Tilman König (Germany 2022)

Lothar König is a one-of-a-kind figure: a longtime youth pastor in Jena, a political activist in the GDR, and, after reunification, a tireless voice warning against the rise of right-wing extremism. But Lothar König is more than that: In the post-reunification era, he worked to provide guidance to young people during a difficult period of political upheaval and to create safe havens for them. This documentary traces the eventful life of the Jena pastor, challenges stereotypical notions about „the East“ and the era of reunification, and shows that it takes more than shared rules for a society to grow together.

Please join us for the film discussion afterward with Marcel Seekircher (Karlsruhe City Youth Committee, Inc.) to start a conversation.

A joint event organized by the Cinematheque Karlsruhe and the Stiftung Forum Recht. More about the "Law and Justice" Film and Discussion Series Find out more here.

Photo: Weltkino