Screening Transcendence

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Set in the 1930s, the book delves into the dual film industries created by Austrian filmmakers amid the Austrofascist regime. It highlights the production of "Aryanized" films tailored for Nazi Germany alongside "Emigrantenfilm," which featured émigré and Jewish talent aimed at international viewers. Robert Dassanowsky examines the intricate balance these filmmakers maintained to cater to conflicting audience demands, providing insight into the cultural and political challenges of the era.