Globke heute
Globke heute

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Globke heute

1963
Movie
29 min
German

Portrait of Hans Globke, jurist at the ministry of interior during the Third Reich and co-author of an official commentary to the Nuremberg Laws of 1935, the Nazi Racial Legislation. While Adenauer appointed him Secretary of State in 1953, he was sentenced to lifelong imprisonment in absentia by a GDR court in 1963.

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Director: Werner V. BarthGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary focuses on the life and career of Hans Globke, a key figure in West German bureaucracy during the post-war era. It explores his controversial past as a civil servant in Nazi Germany and his significant role in shaping the Federal Republic's administrative and legal framework. The film delves into his influence and the debates surrounding his continued public service.

Critical Reception

As a documentary from 1963, specific critical reception details are scarce in readily available public records. However, the subject matter of Hans Globke's past and his prominent role in West German politics generated considerable discussion and controversy at the time of its release and in subsequent historical analysis.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film highlights the complex legacy of Hans Globke and his role in post-war Germany.

  • It prompts reflection on the continuity of personnel from the Nazi era into the new Federal Republic.

  • The documentary serves as a historical examination of a controversial public figure.

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Fun Fact

Hans Globke was instrumental in drafting the law that established the Federal Intelligence Service (BND) in West Germany, and he served as a crucial advisor to Chancellor Konrad Adenauer.

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