Film Lens
In 'The Unknown Soldier,' the film examines the complicity of German society in the Holocaust following World War II. It challenges the perception that only a small group of Nazis, such as the Gestapo and the SS, were responsible for the atrocities. The documentary argues that Adolf Hitler's ideology of ethnic cleansing, as presented in 'Mein Kampf,' was widely accepted among both the military and the civilian population.
The film centers on 'The Wehrmacht Exhibition,' which toured Germany from 1999 to 2004. This exhibition presented photographs and film footage that revealed the extensive participation of ordinary Germans in the Holocaust. By addressing this painful history, the documentary encourages viewers to confront the broader societal involvement in the genocide of six million Jews.
Why Watch
- •See the shocking truths of German civilian involvement.
- •Find out about the Wehrmacht Exhibition's impact.
- •Meet key figures like director Michael Verhoeven.
Did You Know
•The Wehrmacht Exhibition toured Germany from 1999 to 2004.
•Adolf Hitler's ideology in 'Mein Kampf' was widely accepted by Germans.
•The documentary states that six million Jews were victims of the Holocaust.
•The film was directed by Michael Verhoeven.
Perfect For
Holocaust studiesWorld War II historyGerman history