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GFF25: Riefenstahl
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Synopsis
Australian premiere
Written and directed by the acclaimed Andres Veiel, this masterful piece of documentary filmmaking delivers a captivating insight into the private estate of Leni Riefenstahl, delving into her complex relationship with the Nazi regime.
Considered one of the most controversial women of the 20th century as an artist and a Nazi propagandist, Riefenstahl’s films Triumph of the Will and Olympia stand for perfectly staged body worship and the celebration of the superior and victorious, while simultaneously projecting contempt for the imperfect and weak. During her long life after the fall of Nazism, she remained unapologetic, controlling and shaping her legacy, determined to uphold her ideals.
Using materials from unprecedented access to Riefenstahl's private estate, including films, photos, recordings and letters, Veiel uncovers her life and artistic creations, and questions how Riefenstahl could become the Reich's preeminent filmmaker, yet continue to deny any closer ties to Hitler and Goebbels.
Featuring narration by Andrew Bird and music by Freya Arde, Riefenstahl explores the enduring appeal of imperial greatness and Riefenstahl’s multi-faceted legacy in art and politics.
German with English subtitles and English
WINNER | Cinema & Arts Award, Venice International Film Festival 2024
NOMINEE | Best Documentary Film, German Film Awards 2025
OFFICIAL SELECTION | Zurich Film Festival 2024
Opening Date
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Rating
M
Length
115m
Reviews
★★★★★ Extraordinary deep-dive documentary about the original cancelled artist.
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