This independent documentary explores Berlin's clubbing scene and the city's reputation as the world's capital of club culture and nightlife. It features interviews with influencers, music producers, DJs, clubbers, and club managers to uncover the allure of Berlin's inclusive havens of hedonism where the dancing never stops.
Filmed over five years period as Covid-19 pandemic came in between, the documentary captures a unique historical moment, highlighting the generational shift in clubbing experiences towards greater awareness, inclusivity, and tolerance as well as the aftereffects of the pandemic.

It examines the evolution of Berlin's club culture from squatted spaces after the fall of the Berlin wall to current societal pressures, offering solutions for a sustainable nightlife economy and cultural vibrancy. Released in the same year as Berlin techno's UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage listing, the documentary honours those working for better urban culture worldwide.

co-curated by VibeLab

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  Lutz Leichsenring he/him

  Clubcommission Berlin / VibeLab Germany

  Lutz Leichsenring is a prominent figure in the global nightlife scene, widely known for his advocacy work towards promoting a thriving and sustainable nightlife culture. He currently serves as executive board member of Clubcommission …

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  Jyrki Nummisto he/him

  independent documentarist / doctoral researcher / event promoter / music & record label manager Finland

  Jyrki Nummisto is a nighttime researcher, independent documentarist, event promoter and a music & record label manager. Jyrki Nummisto and his team is starting a first nightlife advocacy organization in Finland in the beginning of 2025 …

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