The Heritage Village in Abu Dhabi
For the second time, the Goethe-Institut Gulf Region will be presenting the film festival at the Heritage Village on Breakwater Island in Abu Dhabi in cooperation with various partners.
Susanne Sporrer, director of the Goethe-Institut Gulf Region, explains: "The Heritage Village is a unique place in Abu Dhabi that stands for preserving and appreciating traditions. It is surrounded by the sea and offers a spectacular view on Abu Dhabi’s modern skyline. The topic of this year’s festival “The Young & the Old” captures this motive. The chosen films reflect the relationships between generations, combine present with the past and illuminate differences as well as common aspects."
On the Heritage Village
Run by the Emirates Heritage Club, this reconstruction of a traditional oasis village provides an interesting insight on the country’s past. Traditional aspects of the life in the desert and traditional handicrafts are being displayed in the open-air museum. It educates the young generations living in the Emirate on the country's history and thus also significantly contributes to the development of an Emirati identity.
