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Deep Dive: Neptune (2018)

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Neptune
In 1964, secret Nazi documents were discovered in a lake in the Šumava region, capturing global attention. The documentary reveals that this event was a strategic move by the communist regime to discredit West Germany, operating under the code name Neptune. By revisiting this episode, the film examines how such orchestrated events contribute to the myth-making surrounding historical narratives. The film employs a noir pastiche to depict the intersection of politics and history. It illustrates the methods used by regimes to manipulate public perception and shape understanding of the past. Through dramatization and factual recounting, the documentary provides insight into the lengths to which governments will go to influence public opinion during the Cold War.

Why Watch

  • •Find out about the 1964 Nazi document discovery.
  • •See how the communist regime manipulated history.
  • •Meet the director Adéla Babanová and her unique style.

Did You Know

•The discovery of Nazi documents occurred in 1964.
•The operation was named Neptune and aimed to discredit West Germany.
•The documentary has a runtime of 38 minutes.
•The film was directed by Adéla Babanová.

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Cold War historyNazi GermanyPolitical manipulation