New Documentary 'Riefenstahl' Explores Filmmaker's Nazi Ties
Andres Veiel's film examines Leni Riefenstahl's controversial legacy and her relationship with the Third Reich.
- The documentary features previously unseen materials from Riefenstahl's estate, including photos, diaries, and recordings.
- Riefenstahl's films 'Triumph of the Will' and 'Olympia' are scrutinized for their propagandistic content.
- Veiel challenges the narrative that Riefenstahl was merely an artist detached from Nazi ideology.
- The film highlights Riefenstahl's efforts to reshape her public image post-World War II.
- Critics debate whether Riefenstahl's artistic innovations can be separated from her political affiliations.