Alexanderplatz in Berlin 1896

Directed by Max Skladanowsky

Filmed in 1896, this actuality captures everyday life at Alexanderplatz, one of Berlin’s central squares. The camera records crowds of pedestrians crossing the square, streetcars passing through, and horse-drawn vehicles navigating the busy traffic. The film presents a vivid snapshot of Berlin’s modern urban rhythm at the close of the 19th century.