Rescue the Fire
Originally released in 2019. Rescue the Fire is a documentary film. directed by Jasco Viefhues. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Berlin, 1993. Photographer and artist Jürgen Baldiga battles HIV. In the 1990s, the AIDS epidemic is reaching a climax that no one had expected. The infected bodies and their stories disappear from the public eye, as though they'd never existed. Through the death of his friends and subsequently his own, Baldiga becomes a chronicler of his time: "I am taking a picture. I am photographing the world. I exist."
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rescue the Fire about?
Berlin, 1993. Photographer and artist Jürgen Baldiga battles HIV. In the 1990s, the AIDS epidemic is reaching a climax that no one had expected. The infected bodies and their stories disappear fro...
Who directed Rescue the Fire?
Rescue the Fire was directed by Jasco Viefhues.
How long is Rescue the Fire?
Rescue the Fire has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Rescue the Fire released?
Rescue the Fire was released on December 31, 2019 in theaters.