"Kriemhild" from Fritz Lang's "Die Nibelungen: Kriemhild’s Revenge" Matte Poster

Kriemhild (1924) Promotional photo of Margarete Schönby Universum Film (UFA)  “Die Nibelungen: Kriemhild’s Revenge” is a silent film directed by Fritz Lang, released in 1924. It is the second part of Lang’s two-part series, the first being “Die Nibelungen: Siegfried.” It is considered one of the greatest artistic and technical achievements of the German silent cinema era. Lang’s adaptation of the epic poem “The Song of the Nibelungs” was a monumental task that showcased the capabilities of early cinema. In the film “Die Nibelungen: Kriemhild’s Revenge,” Kriemhild’s character is portrayed by Margarete Schön as a figure of remorseless and implacable determination, seeking revenge for the murder of her husband, Siegfried. Her costume design plays a significant role in conveying this transformation from a grieving widow to a vengeful queen. The costume obscures much of her, leaving her face, and particularly her eyes, to express the depth of Kriemhild’s emotions. This design choice emphasi