This is a clever film, which would work equally well on radio as it is essentially a disputation. The arguments for and against Furtwangler's acquiescence are impartially put and it is a thought-provoking piece. Yes, at the end of the day he was a passive collaborator, who survived by compromising. Who of us, though, would have known when, or if , to leave our home country? Easy to judge from outside. Doeas his saving of some, a few, Jews make up for playing for Hitler and compromising his principles throughout the war? See the movie and listen to the case for both sides. A compelling and worthwhile 90 minutes of good script and some good performances too. All four leads did well.
Review of Taking Sides
