Fritz Lang Collection

Frau im Mond advert, 1929
Frau im Mond advert. The science fiction silent film Woman in the Moon (German: Frau im Mond), released in 1929, was written and directed by Austrian film-maker Fritz Lang

Scene from the film The Nibelungen: Siegfried by Fritz Lang, 1924. Creator: Unknown photographer
Scene from the film The Nibelungen: Siegfried by Fritz Lang, 1924. Private Collection

Scene from the film The Nibelungen: Siegfried by Fritz Lang, 1924. Creator: Unknown photographer
Scene from the film The Nibelungen: Siegfried by Fritz Lang, 1924. Private Collection

Scene from the film The Nibelungen: Siegfried by Fritz Lang, 1924. Creator: Unknown photographer
Scene from the film The Nibelungen: Siegfried by Fritz Lang, 1924. Private Collection

Movie poster "Metropolis" by Fritz Lang, 1927. Creator: Anonymous
Movie poster "Metropolis" by Fritz Lang, 1927. Private Collection

Lobby Card "Metropolis" by Fritz Lang, 1927. Creator: Anonymous
Lobby Card "Metropolis" by Fritz Lang, 1927. Private Collection

Still from the film Die Nibelungen: Siegfried with Paul Richter and Margarete Schoen
RYS336040 Still from the film " Die Nibelungen: Siegfried" with Paul Richter and Margarete Schoen, 1924 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scene from Fritx Langs film Metropolis, 1927 (b / w photo)
3103041 Scene from Fritx Langs film Metropolis, 1927 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Fritx Langs film Metropolis, 1927)

Kriemhild visits the spring where Siegrfried died - a scene from Die Nibelungen: Siegfried
3656138 Kriemhild visits the spring where Siegrfried died - a scene from Die Nibelungen: Siegfried, one of two silent fantasy films created by Austrian director Fritz Lang in 1924

Margarete Schon als Kriemhild in the Film Die Nibelungen: Kriemhild s
Margarete Schon als Kriemhild in the Film " Die Nibelungen: Kriemhilds Revenge" by Fritz Lang, 1924. Private Collection

Still from the film Dr. Mabuse, the Gambler with Rudolf Klein-Rogge, 1922
RYS336045 Still from the film " Dr. Mabuse, the Gambler" with Rudolf Klein-Rogge, 1922 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Still from the film Die Nibelungen: Siegfried with Paul Richter, 1924
RYS336039 Still from the film " Die Nibelungen: Siegfried" with Paul Richter, 1924 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Movie poster Metropolis by Fritz Lang, 1926. Artist: Bilinsky, Boris Konstantinovich (1900-1948)
Movie poster Metropolis by Fritz Lang, 1926. From a private collection

Frau im Mond artwork
Frau im Mond. Artwork of a Moon rocket, representing the story told in the film Woman in the Moon (German: Frau im Mond). This science fiction silent film, released in 1929

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Fritz Lang, the visionary Austrian director, left an indelible mark on cinema with his groundbreaking films. His genius was evident in every frame he captured, as seen in the iconic stills from some of his most celebrated works. In 1929, Lang's advertisement for "Frau im Mond" showcased his ability to captivate audiences even before they stepped foot into the theater. The image teased a world of mystery and adventure that awaited them on the silver screen. One cannot discuss Fritz Lang without mentioning "Die Nibelungen: Siegfried, " a silent fantasy film released in 1924. A still from this epic masterpiece reveals Lang's meticulous attention to detail and his skillful direction of actors such as Paul Richter and Margarete Schoen. Lang continued to push boundaries with "M" in 1931. This black-and-white photo captures Peter Lorre's haunting portrayal of a child murderer, showcasing Lang's ability to delve into dark psychological depths while maintaining artistic brilliance. Another striking still from "M" features Gustav Gruendgens, who delivers a mesmerizing performance as Inspector Lohmann. Through this image, one can sense the tension and suspense that permeates throughout Lang's gripping narrative. Perhaps one of Lang's most influential works is "Metropolis, " released in 1927. This monochrome photograph transports us into a dystopian future where machines rule over humanity—a testament to both Lang's imaginative vision and technical prowess. Lang also explored themes of tragedy and revenge in "Die Nibelungen: Kriemhild. " In this poignant scene at Siegfried's resting place by the spring, we witness Margarete Schon embodying Kriemhild with raw emotion—an example of how Lang brought characters to life through visual storytelling. The early years saw Lang experimenting with different genres like crime dramas; one such example is "Dr. Mabuse, the Gambler" from 1922.