Film Lens
Modus Operandi examines the deportation of 24,916 Jews from Belgium to Auschwitz between 1942 and 1944. The film details how these roundups were organized and executed by the Nazis, often with the cooperation of Belgian authorities. The attitudes of these authorities varied significantly, ranging from outright resistance to voluntary or unwitting collaboration.
The documentary presents a nuanced view of the historical context, illustrating the complexities of collaboration and resistance during World War II. It emphasizes the role of local authorities in the deportation process, shedding light on the moral ambiguities faced by individuals and institutions during this dark period.
Why Watch
- •See the impact of Belgian authorities on Jewish deportations.
- •Find out about the complexities of collaboration in WWII.
- •Meet the individuals involved in the deportation process.
Did You Know
•24,916 Jews were deported from Belgium to Auschwitz between 1942 and 1944.
•The deportations were organized by the Nazis with cooperation from Belgian authorities.
•Belgian authorities had attitudes that varied from resistance to collaboration.
Perfect For
Holocaust studiesWorld War II historyJewish heritage