"Marlene" tells the life story of Marlene Dietrich, a woman living in Berlin in the 1920s who wasn't particularly successful in the film industry. Marlene meets famous director Josef von Sternberg when he comes to Potsdam to shoot his film "Der Blaue Engel", a turning point in her career. Despite lead actor Emil Jannings' wish, Marlene is chosen by Sternberg to act in this film. This marks the beginning of her great success in Hollywood. Marlene manages to climb to the top of the film world in America, leaving behind her home, husband, daughter, and loved ones. The film presents Marlene's incredible journey and her loves in her private life in a captivating way.
The film made a significant impact on viewers and was recognized as a comprehensive narrative of Marlene Dietrich's life and career. It also thoroughly examines the complex and turbulent relationships in Dietrich's life.
The film was shot in the city of Potsdam, Germany.
