Escape to Shanghai
Synopsis
"Escape to Shanghai" follows Doris’s epic journey from Germany to safety in Shanghai, on the other side of the world making a temporary home and a new life cut off from the horrors playing out in German-occupied Europe. Filmed on location in Shanghai, Chicago, and Berlin, Doris's story is brought to life using 360 video technology alongside 3D environments, animation, motion capture and a spatial soundtrack. By telling her story, Doris sheds light on a lesser known, but important part of the Holocaust never to be forgotten. Escape to Shanghai captures the fierce perseverance of Doris and her family as refugees fighting for survival.
Cast and crew
About the director(s):
Recognised by Vice as a ground breaking female filmmaker, Charlotte Mikkelborg is a British director and producer with a background as a BBC China foreign correspondent. Now specializing in character-driven films and VR storytelling, she seamlessly merges cutting-edge technology with emotionally impactful narratives.
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