Musical Modernism and German Cinema from 1913 to 1933

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Exploring the intricate ties between musical Modernism and German cinema, this book highlights how composers like Alban Berg and Kurt Weill engaged with the cinematic medium. It reveals a complex relationship where cinema served as an aesthetic reference, influencing Modernist music from 1913 to 1933. The author argues that this engagement represented a significant aesthetic paradigm, showcasing how Modernist composers embraced revisionism and subversion of traditional forms to realize their vision of "Otherness." This research opens new avenues for understanding the cultural interplay between music and film.