Address Unknown

In 1930s Germany, Martin schlagler, a successful businessman, corresponds with his former Jewish acting partner, Max Gottlieb, who has emigrated to America. As Nazism rises, Martin's letters become increasingly compromised by his desire to maintain his social standing and his family's safety. Max's replies, full of concern and advice, become a desperate plea for his friend to resist the encroaching evil.

Address Unknown was critically acclaimed for its powerful and timely message against Nazism. Critics praised its effective suspense and Paul Lukas's performance, noting its effectiveness as an anti-fascist propaganda film that resonated with audiences during World War II.

• A gripping and potent anti-Nazi drama.
• Paul Lukas delivers a tour-de-force performance.
• The film effectively uses suspense to convey its urgent message.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available, but contemporary reviews suggest it was viewed as an important and impactful film during its release.

The film was based on the best-selling 1938 novel of the same name by Kathrine Kressmann Taylor, published under the pseudonym 'Kressmann' to protect the author from potential repercussions during the war.