On Set

Discover Berlin's Film Locations with "On Set"!

Introduction

Immerse yourself in Berlin's rich film history with the "On Set - Film in Berlin" application, which utilizes Augmented Reality (AR) technology to guide you through some of the most iconic film locations in the city. Actress Almila Bagriacik leads you through these locations, offering unique insights into the city's cinematic past.

Explore Berlin's Film History

Experience Berlin's diverse eras through the lens of cinema. From the vibrant "Golden Twenties" to the tumultuous "wild Eighties," and up to the period just before the fall of the Berlin Wall, "On Set" allows you to delve deep into the city's cinematic heritage.

Key Features

• Behind-the-Scenes Access: Get exclusive access to behind-the-scenes content, including interviews with filmmakers discussing their work.
• Film Scenes in Context: Watch scenes from famous films in the exact locations they were shot, bringing the movies to life in a whole new way.
• Creative Filming Modes: Utilize the app’s camera filters to create your own videos with an Eighties' or silent film era aesthetic.

Selected Locations

Potsdamer Platz

Explore the transformation of Potsdamer Platz over time. Witness the bustling traffic of the 1920s in "Berlin. Symphony of a Great City." Feel like an angel in Wim Wenders' "Der Himmel über Berlin" ("Wings of Desire") and explore the set of "Metropolis."

Alexanderplatz

Pose for a photo in the setting of "Babylon Berlin" and hear production designer Uli Hanisch share insights about filming here. Reenact the news program from "Good Bye, Lenin!" and experience the premiere of "Coming Out."

Kreuzberg 36

Travel back to the punk-rock era of the legendary SO36 club and create an Eighties-style Super-8 film. Visit the set of "Herr Lehmann" ("Berlin Blues") and learn about the inspiration behind "Nur eine Frau" ("A Regular Woman").

Technical Information

• WiFi Recommended: For the best experience, download the app using WiFi. Additional media will be downloaded at each location.
• Performance Requirements: Ensure your smartphone is charged to at least 60% and supports ARCore.
• App Compatibility: The latest Android version is recommended. Check the list of supported devices here.

About the Project

"On Set - Film in Berlin" is a project under the collaborative program museum4punkt0, managed by the Stiftung Preußischer Kulturbesitz. It is funded by the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media.

Further Information

For more details, visit the official website at Deutsche Kinemathek.

Copyright

All rights reserved © 2022 ZAUBAR UG (haftungsbeschränkt), Stiftung Deutsche Kinemathek – Museum für Film und Fernsehen.