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Ep 70 – Walking with the Enemy – Hungarian WWII History Unpacked (with our friend Katie!)

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In this episode of Rosie the Reviewer, we review Walking with the Enemy (2013), exploring its depiction of WWII Hungary, the life of Elek Cohen (loosely based on Pinchas Rosenbaum), and the country’s political shifts during the war. We discuss standout performances, the film’s narrative choices, and are joined by our friend Katie, who shares insights into Hungary during WWII.

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Yellow Star Houses

In this episode, we discuss the Yellow Star Houses that are seen in the movie. To help you get more of a feel for the scale of the Holocaust in Hungary, please check out this interactive map showing the Yellow Star Houses in Budapest.

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