Theatrical debut of a film centered on the Christian philosopher, Leibniz, screens nationwide in German movie theaters.
In German cinemas on September 18, 2021, the movie "Leibniz - Chronicle of a Lost Painting" premiered, offering audiences a captivating exploration of the life and work of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, a Christian philosopher and polymath who made significant contributions to the Enlightenment.
Directed by Edgar Reitz, the movie delves into the countless facets of Leibniz's life, from his birth and upbringing in Leipzig, to his career spent entirely in Hanover. Edgar Selge portrays Leibniz with a compelling accuracy, while Lars Eidinger, Barbara Sukowa, and Aenne Schwarz are among the lead roles in the movie.
The story begins with Sophie of Hanover commissioning a portrait of Leibniz, which sets the stage for an intellectual and witty exchange between scholars and artists. The movie depicts a passionate debate between Leibniz and a young painter about truth in image and representation, reality, and art.
The project for "Leibniz - Chronicle of a Lost Painting" began as ten separate short films, each focusing on a different aspect of Leibniz's life. However, after two years, the project grew beyond manageable limits and became unfinanceable. Despite this setback, Reitz persevered, and the movie has now been brought to life on the big screen.
It is important to note that the movie does not depict any marriage or children for Leibniz, as he never married and had no children. Leibniz's work in Hanover spanned his entire career, beginning in 1676 when he started working at the court of Johann Friedrich, Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg, in Hanover, where he remained until his death.
The initiative to produce a movie about Leibniz was given by Reitz himself. The German newspaper Die Welt reported that the Hannover city council approached Reitz in 2008 to dedicate several rooms in the rebuilt city palace to Leibniz, further emphasising the city's connection to this remarkable figure.
"Leibniz - Chronicle of a Lost Painting" promises to be a thought-provoking and engaging movie that offers a unique insight into the life and work of a truly remarkable individual. Don't miss out on this captivating journey through the life of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, premiering on September 18 across Germany.
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