Music Under the Swastika - The Maestro and the Cellist of Auschwitz

This documentary presents the complex narratives of Anita Lasker-Wallfisch and Wilhelm Furtwängler, highlighting their connections to music amid the atrocities of the Holocaust. Lasker-Wallfisch was part of the Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz, while Furtwängler was a prominent conductor who navigated his career during a dark period of history.

The film offers a thought-provoking examination of how classical music was both a form of survival and a means of complicity during the Third Reich. It delves into the contrasting experiences of these two individuals, illustrating their shared passion for music despite their vastly different circumstances.

Collectors of documentary films may find this title significant for its unique perspective on music and its cultural implications during a critical historical moment.