The charm of the strong

It may be that this film is too famous. Under its fame, there are always some high expectations, so that there is not much shock and feeling after watching it. In my opinion, the cult of personality depicted in the film is no more fanatical than the Cultural Revolution. Spectacular military parades, cheering people, uniform gestures, tsunami-like cheers, thunderous applause, Chinese people have long been familiar with such scenes, and in the people's increasingly numb hearts, there will be no more turbulence. . It is said that the film has been banned for a long time, because its incitement is so powerful that anyone who sees it may become a Nazi. It's just that the ideological concept of modern people has gradually faded, and they have long been able to view this kind of political propaganda rationally and will not be so easily bewitched. Perhaps the difference in culture and age is doomed that I cannot fully appreciate the beauty of the film. In addition, many film critics' evaluations of this film are based on technology. I have no research on the control of the scene, the promotion of the lens, and the scheduling of the perspective. I can only vaguely feel the beauty of light and shadow. carefully observed.

The charisma of Hitler himself is obvious to all. His sonorous tone, powerful gestures, and determined look, his aloof leader image formed a strong contrast with the dense crowd in the audience. Perhaps for a defeated country, the people who have experienced disillusionment urgently need a belief to support, and a hero like Hitler is at the right time. His indisputable tone in his speech is exactly what the people expect. Only strong self-confidence can build an insatiable enterprising spirit. Moreover, Germans have always been known for their rigorous character and always abide by the established rules without hesitation. Someone once did an experiment where the labels of men's and women's toilets were put on telephone booths in Germany. As a result, men and women in Germany actually called separately, regardless of the reason, and the order was in order. It is not surprising that the Germans always pay homage to such an infectious orator as Hitler.

Due to her work for the Nazis, director Leni Refenstahl's ideology and personality have always been controversial. In my opinion, however, an artist as talented as her is unlikely to be a flattering vulgar politician. She should also make this film out of her fanatical admiration for Hitler, which is innocent as long as it doesn't hurt others. As for the obvious political intent of the film, it's just that art is used for politics. In any case, her achievements in art are beyond doubt, and we don't have to impose too much on a person's worldview.

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