A review of Joachim Lang’s new German film, 'Goebbels and the Führer,' described as an austere satire exploring the private life of Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels and his strained relationship with Hitler. The film, which mixes archive footage with dramatic scenes, aims to reveal the hidden fears and misgivings among senior Nazis late in World War II and Goebbels's role in manipulating public opinion, including subtly preparing them for the extermination of Jews.
Goebbels and the Führer review – austere satire shows fears of Nazi high command
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A review of Joachim Lang’s new German film, 'Goebbels and the Führer,' described as an austere satire exploring the private life of Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels and his strained relationship with Hitler. The film, which mixes archive footage with dramatic scenes, aims to reveal the hidden fears and misgivings among senior Nazis late in World War II and Goebbels's role in manipulating public opinion, including subtly preparing them for the extermination of Jews.
- 1 Pre-Munich: German public and high command were nervous about war.
- 2 1945: The propaganda film 'Kolberg' was released.
- 3 2004: Oliver Hirschbiegel’s film 'Downfall' was released.
- 4 Currently: Joachim Lang's film 'Goebbels and the Führer' is reviewed.
- The film offers a bleak and satirical perspective on the internal dynamics and fears within the Nazi leadership during World War II.
- It highlights the manipulative nature of Nazi propaganda and its long-term societal impact.
What: A review of Joachim Lang's new German film, 'Goebbels and the Führer,' which explores the private life of Joseph Goebbels and his relationship with Hitler, revealing the fears within the Nazi high command.
When: The film is reviewed, and the article was published on June 4, 2025. The film's events span the period of World War II, including pre-Munich and 1945.
Where: Germany (setting of the film, German director, German public).
Why: The film aims to show the fears and misgivings that existed among senior Nazis until late in the war, and to depict Goebbels's role in propaganda and manipulating public opinion, including preparing the public for the idea of Jewish extermination.
How: The film mixes real archive footage with dramatic dialogue scenes, incorporating genuine language from historical documents. It portrays Goebbels's work as a propagandist and his complex relationship with Hitler.