New Documentary Sheds Light on Leni Riefenstahl Controversial Legacy

A film by Andres Veiel and Sandra Maischberger explores the complex history of the filmmaker's ties to Nazi propaganda.

The documentary 'Riefenstahl' examines the filmmaker's role in Nazi propaganda through newly accessed personal archives.
Leni Riefenstahl is known for her films 'Triumph of the Will' and 'Olympia,' which are iconic yet controversial for their promotion of Nazi ideals.
The film aims to deconstruct Riefenstahl's self-crafted narrative and reveal the myths surrounding her life and work.
Andres Veiel and Sandra Maischberger had exclusive access to 700 boxes of Riefenstahl's personal materials, offering fresh insights into her life.
Riefenstahl's legacy remains contentious, as she spent decades post-war attempting to distance herself from her Nazi associations.