The West Wall
Der Westwall
Synopsis
A Nazi documentary extolling Germany’s Siegfried Line (“West Wall”) just before WWII, compiled from newsreel units under Fritz Hippler to showcase the fortifications’ construction and defensive purpose.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fritz Hippler
- Original Score
- Ernst Erich Buder
- Original Title
- Der Westwall
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 46m
- Production Studios
- Deutsche Wochenschauzentrale
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fritz Hippler
Ernst Erich Buder
Dieter Schiller
Department Leadership Roster
Fritz Hippler
Director
Dieter Schiller
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The West Wall
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The West Wall about?
A Nazi documentary extolling Germany’s Siegfried Line (“West Wall”) just before WWII, compiled from newsreel units under Fritz Hippler to showcase the fortifications’ construction and defensive purpose.
Who directed The West Wall?
The West Wall was directed by Fritz Hippler.
Who stars in The West Wall?
The principal cast of The West Wall includes Not specified.
When was The West Wall released and how long is it?
The West Wall was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The West Wall?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The West Wall was composed by Ernst Erich Buder.