Operation "Himmler"
Operation "Himmler"

Operation "Himmler"

1979Movie80 minPolish

A dramatization of the Gleiwitz incident.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Zbigniew KuźmińskiGenres: War, Drama, History

Plot Summary

During World War II, German intelligence stages a fake Polish attack on a German radio station in Gleiwitz, a false flag operation known as "Operation Himmler." This fabricated incident is used as a pretext to justify the invasion of Poland and the start of World War II. The film depicts the planning and execution of this deceptive act by the Nazi regime.

Critical Reception

As a historical drama focusing on a specific World War II deception, 'Operation Himmler' is recognized for its portrayal of Nazi propaganda tactics. While not a widely discussed film globally, it serves as a historical account of a pivotal event leading to the war.

What Reviewers Say

  • Highlights the deceptive nature of Nazi propaganda.
  • Provides a historical perspective on the events leading to World War II.
  • Focuses on the details of the false flag operation.

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Fun Fact

The film's title directly references "Operation Himmler," a series of false flag operations initiated by Nazi Germany on August 31, 1939, to justify the invasion of Poland.

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