Adolf Hitler: A Last Appeal to Reason (2017) Poster

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10/10
Once you notice the truth, you will never forget it
marindr15 April 2024
"A Last Appeal to Reason" is a captivating documentary film that offers a unique perspective on Adolf Hitler and his efforts to negotiate peace with the Allies. The documentary delves deep into the historical context of the time, as well as Hitler's personal motivations and his desperate attempts to avoid the impending war.

The director has done a truly incredible job in presenting rare and unseen archival footage, as well as interviews in the field of world history. These elements combined create an immersive cinematic experience that allows the viewer to fully grasp the complexities of the global conflict and the impact it had on the world.

In summary, "A Last Appeal to Reason" is a cinematic masterpiece that undoubtedly deserves a perfect rating of 10/10. It offers viewers a thorough understanding of the 20th-century historical context, as well as a unique perspective on one of the most well-known political leaders of all time. I highly recommend this documentary if you are interested in world history or if you simply want to discover a fascinating narrative about its subject.
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3/10
This doesn't work, even on its own terms.
exmach6 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
The film plays recordings of Hitler out of historical sequence, with footage from the war (amongst other things).

The viewers should listen carefully to what H says and judge if they're consistent. Is H anti-imperialist, or does he say he wants (a) the colonies lost after WWI and (b) Eastern Europe for Germany?

Was the war the English and French's fault? What does H say about going into France? (Why do they stay thereafter?) The Poles are accused of having done horrible things to Germany before the war? Even if that were true, why did H divvy up Poland with the USSR? To prevent the English and French playing a role there? Wouldn't you want a buffer with the USSR, since you think Bolshevism is pure evil?

It's definitely worth watching this to learn about H's rhetoric and propaganda, but it can't be taken seriously as a report of his real views, Germany's real policies, or H's ambitions.
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6/10
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pots-424169 February 2024
Q: Why did Hitler divide Poland?

A: To prevent war with Soviet Union. We've seen Soviet ambition of regaining the pre WW1 territory (Poland - Soviet war)(after WW2, Poland was given to Soviet)... So yeah.

Q: Did the Allies wanted war?

A: Yes. At first they were anti-commie, suddenly they turned into buddies. Churchill ignored multiple peace proposals by the Führer. France did attack Germany during the invasion of Poland, but retreated due to their own failure.

Q: Why did Germany not give up occupied France?

A: Because the northern part was closer to Britain, prone to future allied invasion. Also NSDAP wanted to keep holding onto the cultural spots. Southern part was given to Vichy Regime, because Italy was there and the sea is not wide open there (Gibraltar).
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