The documentary follows Audre Lorde, a renowned African-American lesbian poet, as she moves to West-Berlin in the 80s and 90s. She mentors and inspires a generation of Afro-German writers and poets, encouraging them to share their experiences as people of color in Germany. The film features previously unreleased footage and interviews with Lorde's colleagues, showcasing her lasting impact on German culture.
Audre Lorde: The Berlin Years 1984-1992
Audre Lorde, a celebrated African-American lesbian poet, spent the 1980s and early 1990s in West-Berlin, where she empowered and influenced the Afro-German movement, defying traditional norms and boundaries.
