Stalingrad (1993) is a gripping movie that tells the story of the Battle of Stalingrad during World War II. It depicts the horrors of war, comradeship, and the struggles faced by soldiers in freezing conditions.
Family saga set in 19th century Germany, chronicling the lives of three generations of the Buddenbrook family, the owners of a family business in the northern town of Luebeck. Based on the novel by Thomas Mann.
Follows two wealthy families in Germany during the first half of the 20th century. One of them is German, the other one Jewish.
The life of a family in Germany between 1920s and 1940s.
Follows two wealthy families in Germany during the first half of the 20th century. One of them is German, the other one Jewish.
The White Rose follows the true story of a group of university students in Munich, Germany, who form a non-violent resistance movement against the Nazi regime during World War Two. They distribute anti-Nazi leaflets, express their discontent with the regime, and challenge the conscience of the German people. The movie explores themes of resistance, repression, and the cost of standing up for one's beliefs.
Based on a novel, Morituri follows the story of a disgraced officer forced to impersonate an SS officer and embark on a dangerous mission. He must join a German cargo ship, navigate sabotage attempts, and disarm Nazi saboteurs to ultimately complete the secret mission.
In 'Gespenster' (1966), a mysterious woman roams the streets of Berlin and crosses paths with various individuals. Through these encounters, she delves into the essence of life and contemplates her own existence.
Der Fall Liebknecht-Luxemburg is a documentary film that explores the events surrounding the murder of Karl Liebknecht and Rosa Luxemburg, two prominent German communist leaders. Set in post-World War One Berlin, the film delves into the political climate of the time, focusing on the revolution and the rise of the Spartacist movement. It examines the influence of the German Communist Party and the conflicts with the Social Democracy. The documentary sheds light on the tragic demise of Liebknecht and Luxemburg, highlighting their contributions and the impact of their murder on the communist movement.
A married university professor ends his explosive affair with a female student who then accuses him of sexual harassment. A satire with plenty of situation comedy about a misstep with consequences!
In the midst of World War II, a naval officer stands trial for sinking a German ship against orders. As the court martial unfolds, the complexities of military justice and the moral dilemmas faced by the officer are brought to light.
A black comedy about the dream of freedom and the difficulty of obtaining this: While Molly (Eva Mattes), Elisabeth (Katja Flint) and Maria (Ornella Muti) are great friends, but at the same time completely different. Molly is a difficult stressed housewife and mother of three children, Elisabeth is the perfect career woman and Maria uses already in their third marriage sex appeal to get ahead in life. But one day it turns out that the three except their friendship still connects another great thing in common: They are all tired of her life as a wife. And so begins the story of a rabenscharzen comedy about the dream of freedom and the difficulties to achieve this. The only question is: How are they merely their husbands going on?
From the Life of the Marionettes follows a psychoanalyst who becomes entangled in a murder investigation, delving into issues of sexuality, existential crisis, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in Germany, the film explores the nonlinear timeline of events and the inner psychodrama of the characters. Through a series of chapters, the movie tackles themes of homophobia, homosexuality, existential loneliness, and the agonizing search for identity and purpose. It combines elements of black-and-white and color cinematography, adding visual depth to the story. From the Life of the Marionettes is a thought-provoking exploration of human nature and the struggles we face in our lives.
In Schtonk!, a journalist discovers a fake diary supposedly written by Adolf Hitler, leading to a sensational scandal. As the story unfolds, the journalist becomes entangled in an extramarital affair and faces the ethical dilemma of whether or not to reveal the forgery. This comedy parodies the sensationalism of the media and offers a humorous take on true crime.
Germany in the Thirties. A movie teller realizes that his profession is not longer needed. Silent movies are not produced any longer. Telling stories is the only thing the man was ever good in, so he does not know what to do now. As political circumstances are changing dramatically these days in Germany, he gets new hope that things will again be going better for him...