"Only the Forest Remains"

The film "Only the Forest Remains" is a search for traces of the Gunskirchen satellite concentration camp in Upper Austria. Together with Shoah survivor Shaul Spielmann, directors Hans Seebacher and Tobias Hochstöger embark on a journey in which they encounter silence, shame and repression, but also meet local residents and neighbours who are actively confronting their town’s dark past. A documentary that gains intensity through its restrained observation.

From 5–10 May 2026, the Jewish Film Festival Berlin Brandenburg (JFBB) will showcase just how contemporary, diverse and surprising Jewish storytelling in cinema is today. With 60 films from 21 countries, it is one of the most important forums for Jewish cinema in Europe. The film "Only the Forest Remains" is a competition entry at the 32nd Jewish Film Festival Berlin Brandenburg.

Information on the full JFBB programme: www.jfbb.info

PROGRAMME

Welcome

Dr Christian Dirks, Head of Exhibitions and Collections, Documentation Centre for Flight, Expulsion and Reconciliation

Film screening

Nur der Wald ist geblieben

By: Johann Seebacher and Tobias Hochstöger (direction, screenplay)

Country: Austria

Language: German (with German and English subtitles)

Duration: 78 minutes

Film discussion

Hans Seebacher, director, "Only the Forest Remains"

Tobias Hochstöger, director, "Only the Forest Remains"

Moderator: Dr Christian Dirks, Head of Exhibitions and Collections, Documentation Centre for Flight, Expulsion and Reconciliation

A small reception will be held afterwards.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Doors open: 6 pm

Language: German

FREE ENTRY

WITH REGISTRATION

The event is a collaboration between the Jewish Film Festival Berlin Brandenburg (JFBB) and the Documentation Centre for Flight, Expulsion and Reconciliation.