Puppchen

Puppchen, also known as Puppchen von der Pfalz, was a German film directed by Georg Wilhelm Pabst. Released in 1931, the film is a silent drama that tells the story of a young girl named Puppchen, who is separated from her family during World War I. The film is notable for its stark portrayal of the war's impact on civilian life and its use of innovative camera techniques to convey the harsh realities of the conflict.

The film was produced by the German film company UFA and was intended to be a propaganda piece, but it was also a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its realistic depiction of the war and its exploration of themes such as loss, grief, and the resilience of the human spirit. The film's innovative use of camera techniques, including the use of a hand-held camera and the inclusion of newsreel footage, helped to establish Pabst as a leading figure in the German film industry.

Puppchen von der Pfalz was also notable for its use of a young actress, Leni Riefenstahl, who would go on to become one of the most famous filmmakers of the 20th century. The film's success helped to launch Riefenstahl's career and established her as a leading figure in the German film industry. Today, Puppchen von der Pfalz is considered a classic of German cinema and is widely regarded as one of the most important films of the silent era.