Film: Thomas Heise’s “Consequence” [Gegenwart], 2012

Hirshhorn Plaza

Still from Thomas Heise's "Genewart," 2012. Courtesy of the artist.
Still from Thomas Heise’s Consequence [Gegenwart], 2012. Courtesy of the artist.

Thursday, October 24, 2013
8 pm
Ring Auditorium

This detached, deadpan account of the behind-the-scenes operations at a small-town German crematorium goes beyond documentary. Never veering into the morose or maudlin, and with minimal dialogue, Heise presents instead a cool, resonant, sobering meditation on the passing of life.

In German with English subtitles.

Seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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