Forbidden Films

About This Movie

So, 'Forbidden Films' is a fascinating exploration of cinema during a dark chapter in history. Director Felix Moeller dives into those 1,200 films made in Nazi Germany, with a focus on the 300 that got banned by the Allies. It’s not just a rundown of titles; it’s more about the atmosphere these films created and what they represent. The pacing feels almost somber, contemplating the moral implications of re-releasing or destroying these works. Some of those 'Vorbehaltsfilme' are pretty haunting, and it’s wild to think about how they’ve been kept away from audiences. The interviews are candid, and you really feel the weight of the subject matter. It's not just about film preservation, but what our relationship with these lost narratives can teach us.

German title: Verbotene Filme · Runtime: 93 minutes · Includes interviews with film historians · Available on DVD and streaming platforms