Ruhestörung 1967

Overview

Ruhestörung is a 1967 West German documentary film that examines political events in Berlin. Directed by Günther Hörmann and Hans-Dieter Müller, the production is also known by the title Ruhestörung - Ereignisse in Berlin, 2. - 12. Juni 1967. The film features appearances by Sigrid Fronius, Margherita von Brentano, Jacob Taubes, and Bernd Rabehl. With a runtime of one hour and ten minutes, the documentary focuses on the period surrounding the death of student Benno Ohnesorg in June 1967. The narrative specifically chronicles the emergence of student protests that followed this event in Berlin. As a historical record of the era, the work provides a look at the social and political atmosphere during those specific days in June. The film serves as a documented account of the activities and reactions that took place in the city during this timeframe. By capturing these events, the directors offer insight into the beginning of the student movement that defined the period. The project remains a notable example of documentary filmmaking from 1967.