City Under Siege – Krakow & the Southern Front (59 min, HD)
120‑Word Synopsis
City Under Siege exposes Nazi Germany’s campaign to recast Krakow as “Deutsche Stadt.” Newly digitised Luftwaffe strike reels, occupation‑era propaganda and Red Army combat film drive a narrative that begins with the 1939 proclamation of Krakow’s “ancient German roots.” The story widens to Warsaw’s bombing and the scorched retreat across south‑eastern Poland, then crescendos with the Soviet 1st Ukrainian Front’s colossal 13 July 1944 push that cracked German lines and opened the liberation route into Krakow. First‑person diaries and expert commentary weave a human thread through the devastation, contrasting imposed mythology with indomitable Polish resilience.
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Why License This Title?
- Exclusive archive – Luftwaffe aerial footage, German Institute propaganda plates and Soviet frontline reels rarely cleared for commercial use.
- Getty‑style polish – 10‑bit HD master, colour‑graded for modern broadcast & OTT workflows.
- Universal themes – Identity erasure, urban resilience and liberation resonate with global audiences.
- Education + entertainment – Balanced expert commentary plus authentic visuals perfect for broadcasters, OTT platforms and museums.
- Flexible rights packages – Non‑theatrical, TV, SVOD/TVOD, airline, festival and classroom licences.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Duration | 59 minutes |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 pillar‑boxed (16:9 safe) |
| Master | ProRes 422 HQ, 1080p / 25 fps |
| Audio | 48 kHz stereo, English narration |
| Subtitles | English (burn‑in + SRT). Polish, German on request |
| Source | Restored 35 mm, 16 mm & Betacam SP originals |
HD Version Included
When you license City Under Siege: Krakow & the Southern Front, you will receive the full 59-minute documentary in high-definition (HD) quality, professionally upscaled from restored archival sources for modern broadcast and streaming standards.
Transcript Sample
0:00:00 Second World War – Poland under German occupation. The Nazis announced that Krakow was a "Deutsche Stadt"—an ancient German city—and even founded a pseudo‑scientific institute to prove the city's German roots through historical research.
0:00:19 Notably, the Luftwaffe bombed the Polish capital of Warsaw, tightening their grip on the region.
0:00:25 On 13 July 1944, the Red Army launched a major southern‑front offensive aimed at driving the German Army from Krakow and south‑eastern Poland.A complete, time‑coded transcript ships with every licensed master.
Get a quick sense of the story—email [email protected] for the 90‑second HD trailer or a water‑marked screener link.
Rights‑Managed Pricing (indicative)
| Usage | Term | Territory | Fee* |
| Single public screening | 1 day | One country | € 990 |
| Broadcast TV (1 run) | 3 yrs | Worldwide | Ask |
| SVOD / TVOD | 5 yrs | Worldwide | Ask |
| Educational streaming | 10 yrs | Worldwide | Ask |
*Volume discounts and loyalty rates available. VAT absorbed for repeat clients.
Promo Material
- 90‑second HD trailer
- 5‑minute festival screener
- 10 high‑resolution stills (Luftwaffe frame grabs, Soviet advance, Krakow streets)
Available free of charge to qualified buyers.
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Email [email protected] or call +1 408 600 0538 for a fast quote.
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