Documentary
United Kingdom,United States of America
Final Account is a documentary film directed by Luke Holland that explores the perspectives of the last living generation of Germans who were participants in Adolf Hitler's Third Reich. The film is a collection of interviews with individuals who lived in Nazi Germany and were either members of the Nazi party, served in the military, or were civilians who witnessed the atrocities committed during the Holocaust.
The interviews are candid and often emotional, as the subjects reflect on their experiences living under Nazi rule. Some express regret for their involvement, while others defend their actions and remain steadfast in their support of the Nazi ideology. The film also includes archival footage and photographs, providing a glimpse into what life was like in Nazi Germany.
Throughout the film, Holland aims to uncover how ordinary Germans became complicit in the Nazi regime and the atrocities committed during the Holocaust. It is a sobering look at the legacy of the Third Reich and a reminder of the importance of understanding and confronting the past in order to move forward.
Final Account premiered at the 2020 Venice Film Festival and has since screened at several other festivals. It received critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of a difficult and complex subject.
