From Caligari to Hitler is a documentary that examines the sociological and cultural impact of German Expressionist cinema during the Weimar Republic. It delves into the influence of films like The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari on the people's psyche and how it paved the way for the rise of fascism and National Socialism in Germany. The film also discusses the role of sociological factors and analyzes the political and historical context of the time.
Hitler's Hollywood is a documentary that examines the role of filmmaking as a tool for propaganda in Nazi Germany during the 1930s and 1940s. Through archive footage and interviews, the film explores the influence of Joseph Goebbels, Adolf Hitler, and the Nazi Party in shaping the German film industry and its impact on society. From lighthearted comedies to epic war films, Hitler's Hollywood delves into the techniques and themes used in Nazi propaganda filmmaking, revealing the darker side of the glamorous world of show business under totalitarian rule.