German expressionism

Explain how the political, social and economic context of the Weimar Republic affected the production and content of classic German Expressionist Cinema: Filmmakers wanted to show the struggles they went/are going through as a result of World War 1.

Why has UFA managed to stay in business: It adapted to modern film techniques, moved into television production and has traded upon it’s heritage. After the fall of the Nazis, it was used for soviet propaganda and communist films. It’s studio is still used today.

Name 3 other films identified by critics as German Expressionist Films:

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The Man Who Laughs (1928)
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Asphalt (1929)
The Last Laugh (1924) - F.W. Murnau | Synopsis, Characteristics, Moods,  Themes and Related | AllMovie
The Last Laugh (1924)

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