Jella Haase about Berlin: Love, Gentrification and her new film!

Jella Haase about Berlin: Love, Gentrification and her new film!

In a current interview, actress Jella Haase talks about her special relationship with Berlin and the unique "Berlin Vibe". It not only moves in the German film world, but also inspires the spectators in the movie "Black Schau 2", the continuation of which will come to cinemas on July 17th. This role is about exciting topics such as an environmentally conscious clan boss and gender dolls. But in addition to her acting qualities, Haase draws attention to herself with her honest and thoughtful way.

Haase describes itself as a conflict shy and People Pleaser. This trait often brings her to a dilemma because she is afraid to hurt others. "If I had unlimited money, I would do a big party in Berlin," she says, underlining the desire to promote an uncomplicated and appreciative exchange. It also talks about the changes in the city, which are shaped by gentrification. The wild, anarchic Berlin that she loves is changing, and Haase supports the "100% Tempelhofer Feld" initiative to preserve the old charm of the city.

construction struggles in Kreuzberg

in Kreuzberg, a central point of the current housing market, there are massive conflicts that affect gentrification. Joachim Knecht, a tenant of Wrangelstraße 66, has been living in his apartment for 28 years, which he lovingly refers to as the "gem". His neighborhood symbolically stands for the struggle between tenant rights and gentrification. A Luxembourg real estate company informed the tenants about plans to convert the apartments into property, which triggered massive protests.

The tenants of Wrangelstrasse have organized in working groups to represent their interests and demand that the district use its right of first refusal for the property. The price of the house amounts to 3.7 million euros, a sum that is not easy for the district. Nevertheless, the tenants found paths to strive for cooperation with foundations. The district council referred to the initiative as a "precedent" and started negotiations with housing associations.

displacement and resistance

The problem of displacement draws wide circles in Berlin and also shows itself in other places, such as Rigaer Straße 94 in Friedrichshain. There are reports on an illegal attempt to evacuate and increased police presence, which cannot hardly be prevented even in protests. Residents complain about scary scenes and violence that goes hand in hand with the gentrification. The worries are real, because many tenants find that rents in Berlin have risen by 10% within two years and in particular in particular commercial rents were even doubled.

In the middle of these tensions, citizens' initiatives such as "Bimim Kiez" created a map of repression that marks over 50 houses, the residents of which are threatened by displacement. Knecht sees itself as part of a movement against these injustices and plans to found an association together with the other tenants in order to enforce say in future modernizations. While some members of the owner association question the quick profit from investors, the resistance in the neighborhood remains strong.

With the lively discussion about the Berlin housing market, Haase's understanding of the city is also reflected. She is not just a viewer, but a thoughtful resident who determines the complex changes. After all, it's not just about life in Berlin, but also about the values of the community and the cohesion that should be preserved as possible.

The new generation of Berliners is more than ever asked to camp for the old and new values of the city and to be active. It remains to be seen what role Jella Haase and others will play in these eventful times.