Welcome to Rosie the Reviewer, a Dutch-Canadian female-led WW2 media podcast. A new episode airs every Friday!
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X Company’s Faber cries, and we’re meant to feel something. But what happens when World War II villains become emotionally complex and maybe even… sympathetic? This piece explores the discomfort and consequences of redemption arcs for Nazis on screen.
Discover the true stories of Virginia Hall, Noor Inayat Khan, and Vera Atkins — the real women behind A Call to Spy. Learn how these courageous women shaped the SOE.
Can WWII be told through satire? Dive into Inglourious Basterds, Jojo Rabbit, and Life Is Beautiful with Rosie the Reviewer.
Discover the true story of Rika van der Lans and Waldemar Nods, the real-life couple behind the Dutch WWII film Sonny Boy. Explore their courage, the acclaimed book that preserved their memory, and a personal family connection to their fate.