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Director and author Doris Dörrie, known for her renowned films like "Cherry Blossoms - Hanami," values motion over static placement. Her home is not bound by four walls but by family and friends; a sentiment she shared with the German Press Agency in Munich.
For Dörrie, a native of Hannover, being on the move is a passion that has led her to explore various landscapes, ranging from urban jungles in Germany, Japan, and the USA, to tranquil countryside retreats elsewhere. "Home," she says, "is less about space and more about people."
As she turns 70 on May 26, her enthusiasm for life remains undiminished. "I'm looking forward to it and I'm amazed by this number," Dörrie expressed, laughing as she reflected on her milestone birthday. While she has plans for the occasion, she prefers to keep them private.
Dörrie's wanderlust manifested early when, as a student, she ventured to California and New York. Her educational journey continued in 1975 at the Hochschule für Fernsehen und Film (HFF) in Munich, where she honed her skills in theater sciences and filmmaking.
The fruits of her travels can be seen in her works, particularly those produced in Japan, such as the poignant drama "Cherry Blossoms - Hanami" and "Greetings from Fukushima." Japan's cultural influence is evident in her intricate narratives that delve into themes of tradition, modernity, and human emotions, reminiscent of the avant-garde dance theatre form, Butoh.
Yet, constant mobility has its challenges. Loneliness, an occasional companion, has been creatively confronted by Dörrie. In Los Angeles, she explored lavish properties under the guise of a wealthy buyer, while in Germany, she battled solitude by browsing department stores and trying on clothes.
In the digital age, Dörrie opines that while we may feel connected, we are paradoxically withdrawing more. "Never before have we spent so much time in our own four walls," she remarks, expressing concern over the decline in face-to-face interaction. After all, as she observes, negotiation and compromise—central tenets of democracy—are more effectively practiced in person than through digital exchanges.
Dörrie, an award-winning filmmaker and writer who also teaches at the HFF, will celebrate her birthday quietly in Munich on June 5, with an event at the Literature House. Her wish, with characteristic simplicity, is for peace for everyone, every day.
The Commission could also be tasked with proposing a book, exploring the subject of the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, given Doris Dörrie's keen interest in themes like human emotions and societal concerns, as evidenced in her works. In her quiet celebration at the Literature House in Munich, perhaps Director Dörrie might find entertainment in the form of stories from celebrbrities or inspirational books, bolstering her undiminished zest for life.
