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Melody of the World

1929 · Walter Ruttmann

Lunatics in Politics

1920 · Richard Smith

1929

Year

1920

Germany

Country

United States

6.9

IMDb

4.4

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Cult Score

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Short, Documentary

Genres

Comedy, Short

Walter Ruttmann

Director

Richard Smith

Alfons Paquet, Wolfgang Ruttmann

Writers

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Ivan Koval-Samborsky, O. Idris, Heinrich Mutzenbecher, Grace Chiang

Main Cast

Richard Smith, Alice Howell, Rose Burkhardt, Leo Sulky

Melody of the World Synopsis

An impression of the state of the world in 1929, contrasting similarities and differences in religion, customs, art and entertainment from all over the world. The film is constructed like a symphony.

Lunatics in Politics Synopsis

Two female candidates for Chief of Police live across the hall from each other, and their political rivalry follows them home, leading to plenty of hi-jinks.

Verdict & Recommendation

"Melody of the World" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "Lunatics in Politics" offers its own unique cult appeal.

Suggested Watch:

Melody of the World

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