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The Film Comment Podcast

Interview: Christian Petzold on Undine

Feb 28, 2020
Director Christian Petzold discusses his latest film 'Undine' at the Berlin International Film Festival. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the mystical undertones of a water nymph myth. Petzold reflects on the influence of literature, like Moby Dick, in shaping the film's narrative and talks about the potential for a new fairytale movie trilogy.
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  • Christian Petzold's film 'Undine' explores the mysterious love story influenced by the age-old myth of a water nymph, introducing elements of innocence and purity in relationships.
  • Petzold incorporates Berlin's history into 'Undine,' intertwining intellectual accounts of the city with magical elements to suggest a deeper understanding of history brings wonder to the world.

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The Myth of Undina

Undina is a film by Christian Petzold that explores the myth of Undina. The film tells the story of a museum guide who enters a mysterious relationship with a new man. The relationship is connected to the age-old myth of a water nymph. Petzold discusses how the myth of Undina has subtly influenced his previous films, with recurring themes of unfaithful lovers and death in the water. The film delves into the complexities and mysteries of love and relationships.

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