Contrasts older hand methods of blowing glass with modern techniques of making glass by use of automatic machinery. Illustrates step-by-step procedures of blowing a glass piece by hand. Highlights the facial expressions and concentration of the glass blowers. The musical score is adapted to the visuals. No narration.Emphasis on mass-production of glass objects rather than by individual glass blowers, particularly the creation of beer bottles. A more experimental, sound effects-heavy soundtrack, including words spoken in German. A few shots of men working the machines.