Bernhard Heisig

As a member of the oldest generation of artists in the former German Democratic Republic, Heisig played an important role in shaping a school of Realist painting relevant to the social and political conditions. A staunch believer in the importance of history, his depiction of historical themes has been refined over many years. This 35mm film gives an overview of his work and sets it in the context of the political upheavals he has lived through.