Generation Kunduz - Der Krieg der Anderen

Generation Kunduz – The War Of The Others

The story of five young Afghans in Kunduz, a city in the Afghan war and a former stronghold of the Taliban who now fight against US and German soldiers. Between the frontlines, Mirwais, a 10-year-old boy, talks of war and peace like an adult. Nazanin, a local radio reporter, fights for women's rights while wearing a burka. Hasib, a student and activist for democracy, dreams of free and fair elections. And Ghulam and Khatera are shooting a film in the middle of the armed conflict. A look into the minds of a young generation which lives in fear of insurgent attacks and the consequences of the foreign military's presence. Daily life suddenly switching to disrupting realities. Nevertheless, all five protagonists dream of a better society, like their counter parts in the Arab world. But will the wishes of these young Afghans be heard?

No authentic picture of the people of Kunduz exists to date. For this reason, the film team met the local population without the protection of the military. Going beyond the usual statements of international aid, the film challenges our own Western perspective. A rare glimpse at the almost unknown reality which is Afghanistan today. Kunduz was the first base for the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) outside of Kabul. The resurfacing of armed opposition groups and NATO forces since 2008 has made Kunduz a place of fighting ever since.

Source: German films Service & Marketing GmbH