Columns

Still from “Trümmermädchen”: Through Gloria's lessons, the young women realize that they can only stand together, as a union of sisters, against the oppression of a male-dominated society.

Double Exposure Simultaneities and solidarities

The film series “Double Exposure” deals with ambiguity, consonances and dissonances and what belongs together in what is different.

Film

Serienfieber Illustration einer Hand mit Fernbedienung

Binge Fever!

Television “Made in Germany” is having a golden moment with the rise of international streaming services. German series that appeal to global audiences through smart and original writing, diverse themes, talented lineups and opulent productions have never received so much attention. In this dossier, we’ll highlight binge-worthy German serials and fill you in on where to watch them in the USA.

Goethe on demand

On this site, we present a variety of online film programs, film festivals and film series that can be streamed from home. More information about the alternating film series can be found here. The films are presented in original language with subtitles. They are accessible online and free of charge after registration.

Music

Popcast

Rock, pop, hiphop, electro: at the beginning of every month we shine our search beacon into the nation’s studios and clubs from Kiel up north to Weilheim way down south. Together with Zündfunk, Bavarian Radio’s scene magazine, we showcase the latest music by riveting off-the-charts bands.

Literature

Booktubing

Are you interested in German literature but don't really know where to start? Our vlogger Marie-Pierre would like to share with you her favorites from our e-library. Whether it's contemporary literature, comics or children's books, she is happy to share her recommendations with you.

Cherrypicker

The literature blog “Cherrypicker” presents selected novels and non-fiction, graphic novels and stories, audio books and literature for children and teenagers. And it gathers concise voices from the world of literature. Every week a new recommendation, every week the chance to discover remarkable texts, images and opinions.

Art

#artbits

Urban public spaces are canvases for street art. They reveal the political and social discourse of the city. The #artbits bloggers collect photos of street art from Germany and North America, from Berlin, Mexico City, Montreal, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.

Society

Podcast and Discussion Series Foreign Correspondent

Foreign Correspondent Unplugged

Foreign Correspondent Unplugged is a podcast series of thought-provoking discussions between journalists in cities around the United States, brought to you by the American Council on Germany and the Goethe-Institut. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.