Hitlers Traum von Micky Maus - Zeichentrick unterm Hakenkreuz

This documentary delves into the efforts by propaganda minister Joseph Goebbels to produce high-quality animated films in Germany during World War II. It reveals how top animators were summoned to Berlin to create feature-length cartoons that aimed to rival Disney productions. The film discusses the establishment of ‘Deutsche Zeichenfilm GmbH’ and the ambitious plans for post-war animation production that ultimately never materialized as intended.

Using a combination of animated excerpts, live-action film documents, and eyewitness accounts, the documentary paints a detailed picture of cartoon production in the Third Reich. It examines both harmless and propagandistic cartoons created in occupied territories, providing a comprehensive look at this often overlooked aspect of cinema history in Nazi Germany. Collectors interested in documentary cinema and animation history will find this film a compelling addition to their collection.