

Der Ölschock von 1973 - Autofreie Sonntage
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2023 · Movie · 43m
The read
It runs a compact 43m.
Synopsis
On November 25, 1973, the first of four car-free Sundays transformed West Germany's deserted highways into spaces for walking, cycling, and horse-drawn carriages, while towns and cities took on a festive atmosphere. Introduced during the oil crisis to conserve fuel after the Arab oil embargo and production cuts following the Yom Kippur War, the measure became an unforgettable collective experience. Beyond the immediate energy shortage, the crisis marked a turning point, ending the postwar economic boom and encouraging greater awareness of energy use, consumerism, and environmental issues.
Ratings
TMDB8/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Elias von SalomonDirector
- Elias von SalomonWriter
Cast
- Anne MollSelf - Narrator (voice)
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Themes
francesociety1970stransportationeconomyenergyopecenvironmenttrade embargowest germanysustainabilityreflective