Leni Riefenstahl quotes

Leni Riefenstahl was a German film director, photographer, and actress, renowned for her innovative work in cinema during the Nazi era. Her most famous films, such as "Triumph of the Will" and "Olympia," combined groundbreaking cinematography with controversial political themes. She remains a debated figure due to her artistic talent and association with Nazi propaganda. Here are 6 of her quotes:

I feel as though I have lived many lives, experienced the heights and depths of each and like the waves of the ocean, never known rest. Throughout the years, I looked always for the unusual, for the wonderful, for the mysteries at the heart of life.

Leni Riefenstahl

This film was pivotal in my life, not so much because it was my first successful effort as a producer and director, but because Hitler was so fascinated by this film that he insisted I make a documentary about the Party rally in Nuremberg. The result was Triumph of the Will.

Leni Riefenstahl

The applause was so loud and insistent that I had to respond with several encores. I was numb with happiness, when it was over, I knew that this alone must be my life and my world.

Leni Riefenstahl

I [seek] a style in the realm of legend. Something that might allow me to give free rein to my juvenile sense of romanticism and the beautiful image.

Leni Riefenstahl

Through my optimism I naturally prefer and capture the beauty in life.

Leni Riefenstahl