Mr. Schmidt of the Gestapo

This documentary runs for 102 minutes and centers on a 74-year-old man standing trial at the Dresden District Court. After decades, he faces the consequences of his past as a highly decorated SS man.

The film uses the trial as a framework to explore the social development of the individual and the broader implications of nationalism. It provides a critical look at the mechanisms that allowed such ideologies to thrive, making it a significant piece for those interested in historical documentaries.