Land of My Children

(Im Land Meiner Kinder)

Darío Aguirre / Germany, Switzerland / 2018 / 88 min
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  • Filmfest Hamburg

  • Santa Barbara International Film Festival

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Synopsis

German and Spanish with English subtitles

In this tender-ironic road movie, filmmaker Darío Aguirre shares his deeply personal journey from the country of his fathers to the country of his children. Originally from Ecuador, Darío relocated to Germany to be with his wife Stephanie, navigating a relationship marked by the constant presence of government agencies issuing him 10 visas over 15 years. A long trail of papers, stamps, permits, and restrictions connected Darío to Germany while keeping him at a distance.

When the mayor of Hamburg extends the unexpected offer of German citizenship, Darío seizes the opportunity to explore his dual identity. With humor and introspection, Darío embarks on a poignant cinematic voyage, delving into the complexities of love, identity, and belonging.

This film offers a unique perspective on the immigrant experience, making it a valuable resource for educators seeking to foster discussions about cultural identity and the search for home.

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About the Director

Darío Aguirre was born in 1979 in Guayaquil, Ecuador, and grew up in Ambato. From 1996 to 1999, he worked as a painter, musician, and performance artist, participating in various art projects in Ecuador. In 1999, he moved to Germany and began studying Visual Communication & Media at the University of Fine Arts of Hamburg in 2001. He is known for the documentaries Cesar’s Grill (2013), Land of My Children (2018), and Five Ways to Dario (2010).

Press

“Darío Aguirre's life is a balancing act from his old home in Ecuador and his new home. The filmmaker made an impressive documentary about the journey through the German bureaucracy.” – NDR Fernsehen, DAS!

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