Delve into this fascinating look at WWII from the enemy's POV. Long before there was around-the-clock cable news, the best way for folks to get their headlines was from the weekly newsreels shown in front of the latest film releases. In this collection, German newsreels captured by the Russian army offer a rare glimpse at how the Germans saw the war. Although easily dismissed as propaganda, these features are a compelling look at early forms of mass-media manipulation. For WWII history buffs, it's a valuable addition to their film collection.
Delve into this fascinating look at WWII from the enemy's POV. Long before there was around-the-clock cable news, the best way for folks to get their headlines was from the weekly newsreels shown in front of the latest film releases. In this collection, German newsreels captured by the Russian army offer a rare glimpse at how the Germans saw the war. Although easily dismissed as propaganda, these features are a compelling look at early forms of mass-media manipulation. For WWII history buffs, it's a valuable addition to their film collection.
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