Question 1

Why was 'Mädchen in Uniform' nearly banned in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The movie was nearly banned when first released in the U.S. until Eleanor Roosevelt saw its importance and prevented the ban.

Question 2

How did the Nazi regime try to suppress 'Mädchen in Uniform'?

Accepted Answer

The Nazi regime tried to burn all copies of the movie, but prints had already been distributed worldwide, including the U.S. and Japan.

Question 3

What is the age relation between the actresses playing the student and teacher?

Accepted Answer

Hertha Thiele (Manuela) and Dorothea Wieck (Bernburg) were both born in 1908, with Wieck being just 4 months older.

Question 4

What happened to the writer of the play and novel that the film is based on?

Accepted Answer

Christa Winsloe was assassinated by a Gestapo agent in 1944 while hiding in the south of France.

Question 5

Which festivals and awards was 'Mädchen in Uniform' featured in?

Accepted Answer

The film won a National Board of Review award in 1932 and was featured at Locarno (2016), Venice (1932), and Berlin (1958) festivals.

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