Der Nachwelt eine Botschaft. Ein Arbeiterdichter

The film delves into the life of Günter Westerhoff, a man whose journey from being a coal miner to an acclaimed writer has been marked by resilience, transformation, and self-discovery. The documentary offers a fascinatingly intimate portrayal of his daily routines, memories, and reflections as he looks back on the experiences that shaped him. Throughout, we witness Westerhoff's struggles with the physical toll of mining, the challenges of pursuing a creative career later in life, and the process of crafting his memoir. The film captures his raw emotions as he recounts both the hardships and triumphs that have defined his existence, resulting in a deeply moving, human story that transcends the traditional boundaries of genre.