The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s
1998, German. Directed by Peter Buchka.
In this film essay, critic Peter Buchka explores the German cinema of the 1920s, ranging from the disquieting images of Fritz Lang's Metropolis to the castrating sexuality of Marlene Dietrich in Die Blaue Engel. The program provides an introduction to Weimar cinema, with Buchka's essay narrated over the images from film clips of 1920s era German films.
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s
The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1998.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 1 January 1998
- Original title
- Dämonische Leinwand - Der deutsche Film der zwanziger Jahre
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Peter Buchka
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s
Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound
2019 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Untold History Of The United States
2012 · 8.2/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
Ronaldo
2015 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy-Blaché
2018 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Beltracchi: The Art of Forgery
2014 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Trinity and Beyond: The Atomic Bomb Movie
1995 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Capitalism: A Love Story
2009 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Anselm
2023 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Hôtel Terminus: The Life and Times of Klaus Barbie
1988 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Halloween: 25 Years of Terror
2006 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s: quick answers
Is The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s worth watching?
The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s?
The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s runs 61 minutes (1h 1m).
Does The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s yet.
Which OTT platform is The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s on?
The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1998. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s?
If you liked The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s, try Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound, The Untold History Of The United States, Ronaldo.
Who directed The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s?
The Haunted Screen - German Cinema of the 1920s (1998) was directed by Peter Buchka.