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Berlin: Symphony of a Great City (1927)
Berlin: Die Sinfonie der Grosstadt (original title)

65 min  -  Documentary  -   13 May 1928 (USA)
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This movie shows us one day in Berlin, the rhythm of that time, starting at the earliest morning and ends in the deepest night.

Director:

Walter Ruttmann

Writers:

Karl Freund (screenplay), Carl Mayer (idea), and 1 more credit »

Stars:

Paul von Hindenburg
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Cast

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Paul von Hindenburg Paul von Hindenburg ...
Himself (uncredited)
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Storyline

A train speeds through the country on its way to Berlin, then gradually slows down as it pulls into the station. It is very early in the morning, about 5:00 AM, and the great city is mostly quiet. But before long there are some signs of activity, and a few early risers are to be seen on the streets. Soon the new day is well underway - it's just a typical day in Berlin, but a day full of life and energy. Written by Snow Leopard  

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Train | Berlin Germany | Building | Night Life | 1920s  | See more »

Genres:

Documentary

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Country:

Germany

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Also Known As:

A Sinfonia de Uma Capital See more »

Filming Locations:

Berlin, Germany

Company Credits

Production Co:

Deutsche Vereins-Film, Les Productions Fox Europa See more »
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Technical Specs

Runtime:

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Sound Mix:

Silent

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
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Trivia

After the movie, Arte TV showed 3 short trick films previously made by Ruttmann, whose motives had been used as transitions in the movie (air date: 1 Dec 2007). See more »

Connections

Version of Berlin Symphony (2002) See more »