What's happened
The film The Zone of Interest offers a fresh take on the domestic life of a Nazi commandant's family at Auschwitz.
Why it matters
The film challenges traditional Holocaust narratives by focusing on the perpetrators' domestic life, offering a unique and disquieting perspective on the Holocaust.
What the papers say
The Times emphasizes the film's disquieting portrayal of the Nazi commandant's family, while The Independent highlights the director's invitation to the actors to find the truth in their characters.
How we got here
The film, loosely adapted from a Martin Amis novel, has garnered critical acclaim and multiple award nominations.
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