From Greece

This documentary is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the Greek resistance against fascism and the civil war for independence, using a combination of voice-over narration and historical photographs to illustrate the everyday lives of the people involved. The second part transitions to Greece in 1965, capturing mass protests against the ousting of liberal leader Georgios Papandreou, a precursor to the military junta that would seize power shortly thereafter.

From Greece is notable not only for its historical content but also for its troubled reception. The film was labeled “communist” by Filmecho/Filmwoche, leading to its limited screenings and contributing to the stigma that affected Nestler's career in Germany. Collectors of documentary films will find this work an important representation of political cinema from the era, reflecting the tensions and struggles of its time.