Accounts from witnesses reveal that dozens of killings occurred in the Dębrzyna forest in south-east Poland after World War II.
Synopsis
Accounts from witnesses reveal that dozens of killings occurred in the Dębrzyna forest in south-east Poland after World War II.
Synopsis
In the Dębrzyna forest of south-east Poland, children recall the violence that erupted after World War II. Many families returned from forced labor in Germany, unaware of the dangers awaiting them. Bandits roamed the area, committing acts of brutality. Residents of nearby villages were aware of the killings but chose not to intervene, paralyzed by fear. The documentary captures these memories, revealing the chilling atmosphere of a community haunted by its past. Directed by Pawlina Carlucci Sforza, it runs for 28 minutes.
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Why Watch
- Meet survivors recounting their childhood experiences.
- Find out about the Dębrzyna forest killings.
- See how fear influenced community actions.
Did You Know
- The documentary focuses on killings in the Dębrzyna forest after WWII.
- Witnesses recount their experiences as children during the events.
- Local residents did not intervene due to their own fear of the bandits.
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What events are depicted in The Fear?
The Fear depicts the communal memory of killings that took place in the Dębrzyna forest in south-east Poland following World War II.
Who directed the documentary The Fear?
The documentary The Fear was directed by Pawlina Carlucci Sforza.
What was the duration of The Fear?
The duration of The Fear is 28 minutes.
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