Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films (2002)

Until 1942 around 100 German propaganda films were made, that were set in Africa. They were produced in Germany, with Black Germans and Africans living in Germany. Who were these Black extras and how did they come to Germany? Why did they work in film-making? Which roles did they play and what messages did they send? What were their daily experiences as Black people during the Weimar Republic and the Nazi Regime?

Director: Annette von Wangenheim
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 45 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Krzysztof Meyer, Hans Gal, Ernst Krenek
Editing: Angela Oechler
Production: WDR
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de

Keywords

nazi, germany, black history

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films about?
Until 1942 around 100 German propaganda films were made, that were set in Africa. They were produced in Germany, with Black Germans and Africans living in Germany. Who were these Black extras and how did they come to Germany? Why did they work in film-making? Which roles did they play and what messages did they send? What were their daily experiences as Black people during the Weimar Republic and the Nazi Regime?
Who directed Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films?
Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films was directed by Annette von Wangenheim.
Who stars in Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films?
Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films stars Theodor Michael, Werner Egiomue, Juliana Michael, Elisabeth Morton.
How long is Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films?
Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films has a runtime of 45m (45 minutes).
What genre is Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films?
Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films is a Documentary film.
Where was Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films produced?
Pages in the Factory of Dreams - Black Extras in German Feature Films was produced in Germany.