Synopsis

According to the UNHCR estimates, more than 10,000 people drowned in the Mediterranean Sea during their flight to Europe between 2014 and 2016. dark blueis an experimental documentary in seven chapters about the escape route over the Mediterranean Sea. Uncontrollable waves destroy the chance for a better life. What remains is flotsam that reminds of the ones who drowned. Those who reach the other shore are met by an uncertain future. This film does not tell a story, but grapples with a tragic period of our contemporary history.

Beate Hecher

Beate Hecher (1972, Austria) studied sculpture at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna. In addition to her artistic activity, she works as a motion and graphic designer. She lives and works in Vienna.

Since 2008, Beate Hecher and Markus Keim have been collaborating on an artistic level. Their joint projects – with focus on video, film, installation, and performance – were shown in over 50 countries at international festivals and events.

Markus Keim

Markus Keim (1969, Italy) studied history and political science at the University of Innsbruck and theatre studies at the University of Bologna. From 1999 to 2005, he was an actor at the independent theatre group theatercombinat. He lives and works in Vienna.

Since 2008, Beate Hecher and Markus Keim have been collaborating on an artistic level. Their joint projects – with focus on video, film, installation, and performance – were shown in over 50 countries at international festivals and events.