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International Lens Film Series: The Fall of the Berlin Wall and Ode to Joy and Freedom

Presented by Vanderbilt University at Vanderbilt University - Commons Center

October 28, 2009

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The Fall of the Berlin Wall, USA (2007) Produced by: ABC News Classics. On November 9, 1989, after nearly three decades of separation, East and West Berliners breeched the wall that forced them apart. As East Germany's Communist leadership opened the gates, crowds clamored atop the wall, tearing chunks away from the iconic image of the iron curtain. Join Diane Sawyer and Sam Donaldson for coverage from the day it happened including a live interview with President Reagan. 38 minutes. DVD.

Ode to Joy and Freedom, Germany, West Germany (1990) Dir: Beate Schubert. This documentary film chronicles the construction of the Berlin Wall in August 1961 through its demolition in November 1989 with footage of the Leipzig demonstrations and other events foretelling the demise of the communist government. 54 minutes. DVD.

Presented as part of Curtains for the Curtain: A Film Series Commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall and its Aftermath. Funding provided by "Getting to Know Europe," a grant from the European Union with additional financial support provided by the Max Kade Center for European & German Studies. Presented by: Helmut Smith, Professor, History Department and Director of The Max Kade Center for European & German Studies.

Please note: The screenings will take place in The Commons Center. Immediately following the screening everyone is invited to attend a dessert reception hosted by The Commons at the Dean's Residence. For additional information and parking maps, visit the International Lens web site or call (615) 322-6400.