Currents of Light

At Zomba Central Hospital in Malawi, anaesthetist “Papa” Kalima and surgeon Olaf Bach have been working together for many years.
In “Currents of Light” the two friends talk about their everyday challenges and about overcoming difficulties. The film tries to focus on the value of true interpersonal relation, synergistic learning and respectful tolerance for differences. “Currents of Light” wants to give an insight into the challenges, limits and opportunities of medical cooperation beyond national borders.

  • Bernhard Kasper
    Director
  • Bernhard Kasper
    Writer
  • Bernhard Kasper
    Producer
  • Matthew Kalima
    Key Cast
  • Olaf Bach
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    30 minutes 47 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 1, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Germany
  • Country of Filming:
    Malawi
  • Language:
    English, German
  • Shooting Format:
    digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Bernhard Kasper

born in 1988
Medical Degree in 2016
Doctor of Medicine in 2016
working as an intensive care physician in Leipzig, Germany

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