Tomorrow, November 29, 2024, Goebbels and the Führer, a film directed by Joachim Lang, arrives in British theaters. It delves into the figure of Joseph Goebbels, the head of Nazi propaganda. This biographical feature film, starring Robert Stadlober as Goebbels and Fritz Karl as Adolf Hitler, delves into the methods of mass manipulation used to consolidate the Nazi regime and justify its atrocious crimes.
With a duration of 135 minutes, the film not only recounts historical events, but also analyzes how Goebbels’ propaganda shaped public perception during World War II. Through carefully designed images, films, and speeches, his ability to transform narratives into tools of hatred and control was explored. The script is based on historical sources and reproduces authentic dialogues, offering a disturbing portrait of one of the main architects of modern propaganda.
This project, produced between Germany and Slovakia, stands out for its visual and narrative rigor. Critics have praised Stadlober’s performance, who offers a nuanced and disturbing interpretation of the Nazi minister. The film, which already won the Audience Award at the Munich Film Festival, has generated excitement among lovers of historical cinema and those interested in analyses of the mechanisms of power.
Distributed by A Contracorriente Films, The Minister of Propaganda also establishes parallels with current challenges, such as disinformation and fake news. According to Lang, the intention of the film is to invite the public to reflect on the impact of propaganda on collective decisions and its relevance in contemporary contexts.
The film will be available in selected movie theaters in London, Manchester and other English cities. This work promises to be a point of reference in historical cinema, providing an intense and educational cinematic experience.
CREDITS:
Director: Alejandro Bernal
Text: Max HackenbroichT
