Although Brunhilde Pomsel described herself as a minor figure disinterested in politics, she got closer to one of the worst criminals in history than anyone else. Aged 105 during filming, she worked as secretary for the Nazi-Propaganda Minister Joseph Goebbels.
Her life mirrors the major historical ruptures of the 20th century. While the dangers of fascism are tempting to consider as a past concern, Pomsel’s story makes it clear that history is never all that far from repeating itself.
Sunday, May 21, 12:00 pm
Bethesda Row Cinema
7235 Woodmont Avenue
Bethesda, MD
This film is a part of the Washington Jewish Film Festival.
Co-presented by Anti-Defamation League Austrian Cultural Forum United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
This event is part of the European Month of Culture (EUMC). Now in its fifth year, EUMC is a month-long festival of innovative and creative events for the American public highlighting the diverse cultures of all 28 European Union Member countries. Enjoy film, dance, music, theatre, exhibits, language classes, workshops and more in great venues throughout Washington DC. Most events are free! To see all EUMC events, click here.
