August Sander: People of the 20th Century
Synopsis
As the first documentary filmmaker, Reiner Holzemer has produced a film about the most famous German photographer, which shows both, the work and his biography. It introduces Sanders heritage from a poor minors family in the „Westerwald“, a region located in the midwest of Germany, as well as his early career as a studio photographer in Trier and Linz, and his most productive period between the Twenties and Thirties in Cologne, where he developed his big project „People of the 20th century“.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2002
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reiner Holzemer
- Screenplay & Story
- Reiner Holzemer
- Original Title
- August Sander: People of the 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 44m
- Production Studios
- Reiner Holzemer Film, ARTE, BR
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What is August Sander: People of the 20th Century about?
As the first documentary filmmaker, Reiner Holzemer has produced a film about the most famous German photographer, which shows both, the work and his biography. It introduces Sanders heritage from a poor minors family in the „Westerwald“, a region located in the midwest of Germany, as well as his early career as a studio photographer in Trier and Linz, and his most productive period between the Twenties and Thirties in Cologne, where he developed his big project „People of the 20th century“.
Who directed August Sander: People of the 20th Century?
August Sander: People of the 20th Century was directed by Reiner Holzemer.
Who stars in August Sander: People of the 20th Century?
The principal cast of August Sander: People of the 20th Century includes Christian Baumann, Joachim Höppner, Kai Taschner.
When was August Sander: People of the 20th Century released and how long is it?
August Sander: People of the 20th Century was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 44m.