Film "Oude Molen Village"
The Oude Molen Village is located in the eastern part of the Valkenberg estate which until 1994 housed the Valkenberg mental hospital with the Black river dividing the area between coloured and white patients. The character of the estate is determined by the Wetlands (the Liesbeek and the Black river), Devil’s peak, its history and the particularity of its ancient buildings.
"The place is diverse, it is a sustainable development show case that incorporates organic farming, alternative energies, patients rehabilitation program, community gardens, recreation opportunities, public exhibitions, social initiatives, recycling program, educative venues and all of this against the backdrop of light industries, crafters and artists" (Dan Niesser chairperson OMVA)
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Since over ten years these micro entreprises have provided employment and training opportunities, contributed to the maintenance and beautifying of the buildings and grounds and concepted this Pilot project in Cape Town : an Urban Eco-village.
Realized between 2000 and 2004, the movie approaches the historical, environmental and social aspects of this multi-talented and colourful community in South Africa through four years of documenting it.
Info about Oude Molen : www.oudemolenecovillage.co.za
