The Invention of Racism in Color
Die Erfindung des Rassismus in Farbe
Synopsis
Between 1907 and 1909, Robert Lohmeyer (1879-1959), a German pioneer of color photography, traveled through the German colonies in Africa and portrayed their landscapes and native peoples in color for the first time, thus fulfilling a laudable purpose; but also laying the foundations for an enduring racist vision of the entire continent.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Mueller-Erdorf
- Screenplay & Story
- Jens Jäger, Michael Mueller-Erdorf
- Original Title
- Die Erfindung des Rassismus in Farbe
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- WDR, ARTE, Zeitsprung Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Mueller-Erdorf
Jens Jäger, Michael Mueller-Erdorf
Martin Kießling
Indra Misiaczyk-Oster
Michael Souvignier, Till Derenbach
Department Leadership Roster
Jens Jäger
Writer
Michael Mueller-Erdorf
Writer
Martin Kießling
Director of Photography
Michael Souvignier
Producer
Till Derenbach
Producer
Indra Misiaczyk-Oster
Editor
Michael Mueller-Erdorf
Director
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What is The Invention of Racism in Color about?
Between 1907 and 1909, Robert Lohmeyer (1879-1959), a German pioneer of color photography, traveled through the German colonies in Africa and portrayed their landscapes and native peoples in color for the first time, thus fulfilling a laudable purpose; but also laying the foundations for an enduring racist vision of the entire continent.
Who directed The Invention of Racism in Color?
The Invention of Racism in Color was directed by Michael Mueller-Erdorf.
Who stars in The Invention of Racism in Color?
The principal cast of The Invention of Racism in Color includes Josef Tratnik, Birgitt Fleck, Robert Steudtner.
When was The Invention of Racism in Color released and how long is it?
The Invention of Racism in Color was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 52m.