The Heritage of Pina Bausch

The Heritage of Pina Bausch

A Film by Anne Linsel

2019 - Germany - Documentary - 1.85 - 52 min.

Languages: English , French , German
Produced by Kerstin Krieg

In June 2009 Pina Bausch died surprisingly. She left behind an international acclaimed dance company which needed to reinvent itself. But how can Pina’s work be passed on and how can her heritage be kept alive? 10 years after her death the company, the new director and important companions of Pina Bausch take the chance to look ahead.

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