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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.
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