GDR Film Archive

The GDR Film Archive, also known as the DEFA Film Archive, is an institution that preserves and manages films produced in East Germany (the German Democratic Republic) from 1949 to 1990. It safeguards a significant portion of German film history, including feature films, documentaries, and newsreels, ensuring their longevity and accessibility for research, education, and cultural preservation. The archive also promotes understanding of East Germany’s socio-political contexts through its collections, serving as a vital resource for historians, filmmakers, and the public interested in this era of German history.