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Matt Frei is the BBC’s Washington correspondent. Born in Germany, he was sent by the BBC to Berlin in 1989 to report on the fall of the Wall. Now, 20 years later, he returns to take us on a fascinating journey through Berlin’s history to reveal the true spirit of the city.
Over three hour-long documentaries he explains this incredible city’s ideas, buildings and people. DANGEROUS IDEAS explores how Berlin has been a crucible for radical thought – giving birth to communism and fascism, theories of sex and sexuality, eugenics and the atomic bomb – and how the price of such experimentation has been a history of bloodshed, tyranny and violence.
RUINED VISIONS tells a story of human creativity and destruction through the buildings of Berlin. From Friedrich the Second’s imperial city and Bauhaus to the impact of Speers’ Neo-classical Nazi dream and the Wall; what began as a 17th century provincial town became a city unique in the world.
ICH BIN EIN BERLINER reveals the spirit of Berlin’s people, characterised by their struggle for freedom. Having flocked to enjoy the city’s religious toleration, they took on the Nazis and risked their lives to cross the Wall – the iron rod of oppression and a thirst for liberty have shaped the Berliner.
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
A very impressive documentary series charting the Berlin's bloody, magnificent and moving story in 3 parts. This is no lightweight tour guide programme but one that deals with the city's psyche and split personality. It's a bloody, moving and magnificent story deftly presented by Matt Frei.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Great documentary that gave me a new perspective on not just Berlin but on German history. Matt Frei delivers it with passion, empathy, knowledge and insight. Anyone with interest in this city with its brutal and fascinating history and its influence on Germany and mayby, indeed, the rest of the world is highly recommended to watch this. BBC keeps setting the standard for brilliant documentaries.
39 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Loved the series when it was shown on TV, a very interesting approach towards what must be the most complex, interesting and fascinating city on earth. Instead of telling Berlin's story in chronological order, Matt Frei looks at Berlin from different angles, presenting the concepts and ideas, the architecture and people which (re)shaped the city. In doing so Mr Frei provides us with a compelling inside view. Compulsory viewing for anyone who would like to go and see for themselves.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great overview of Berlin's history.
A very easy to watch and informative overview of Berlin's history, if you are thinking of visiting the city I would grab and watch this in advance. Read more
Published 6 months ago by R. C. J. Stewart
Berlin by Matt Frei
This is an excellent introduction to the complex and fascinating city and people of Berlin. Delivered in an almost casual but authorative style, Matt Frei takes you through the... Read more
Published 7 months ago by D. P. Wood
Outstanding television
Long a home to Germany's (and indeed the world's) artists, rebels and outcasts, Berlin is the place where the 20th century began and ended and is a more than deserving subject for... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Belgo
short and sharp to the point
This dvd open my eyes about Berlin as I did not know much about it. I have visited Berlin after watching the dvd and it is a wonderful city and I will visit again as there are so... Read more
Published 10 months ago by C. Karatzas
Better 2nd Time Around
I have stayed in Berlin many times and find it to be a city of many contrasts. I have a fascination for modern history and International Relations, as I teach these subjects at an... Read more
Published 14 months ago by C. M. Cotton
Not to be missed
A masterful account of the soul of the 'city of spirits', Berlin, where the past, present and future co-exist. Beautifully written and presented.
Published 14 months ago by Etaine
Berlin the best
Excellent dvd,Matt Frei is a brilliant presenter.Having stayed in Berlin for a year and been back a few times on holiday this dvd was a joy to watch. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Sasform
Very good contemporary docuemntary about Berlin
We (English and German couple)enjoyed this documentary a lot, and when we were in Berlin, we went for the "listening tower", which none of our Berlin friends knew about, but there... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Etoile
Matt Frei's Berlin
I thought this was an outstanding three-part documentary when I watched it live on TV, so much so, in fact, that I bought the DVD as a permanent record of just how good... Read more
Published 16 months ago by ian johnston
superficial
Superficial and self indulgent with Frei tryign to sound - and, more importantly, look all authoritative, but nothing of the sort. Read more
Published 18 months ago by barney mac
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