Prehistory and silent film era (1909-1929)
In 1920, the spotlights turned on in Johannisthal: the huge JOFA studios produced renowned silent and sound films such as ‘Nosferatu’ and ‘Ein Lied geht um die Welt’ (A Song Goes Around the World). From 1946 to 1961, Johannisthal was the filming and production location for DEFA, and later for GDR television.
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VISUAL Berlins vergessene Traumfabrik? Film- und Fernsehgeschichte in Johannisthal und Adlershof
- Lecture with film clips by Wolfgang May, author and JOFA expert
Participation is free of charge. No registration required.
IN GERMAN
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Dates
February 2026
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