Rare New York Screening of 7-Hour Epic Film on Hitler A groundbreaking 7-hour film on Hitler is making waves in New York. Hans-Jürgen Syberberg's "Hitler, a Film From Germany" is being screened at Film at Lincoln Center, drawing sold-out crowds despite its massive runtime. The surreal collage, first released in the US in 1980 by Francis Ford Coppola, offers a unique perspective on the German dictator's life. Divided into four parts, the film combines theatrical sketches, archival WWII footage, and Beethoven's music to create a disorienting and powerful experience. The director's portrayal of Hitler as a projection of mankind's darkest fantasies provides a thought-provoking and unconventional take on a troubling period in history.