That is the main thrust of Nuremberg , a competent if not quite exemplary historical drama that posits the reason we can’t let go of our fascination with the war is because we never let go of the kinds of prejudices and attitudes that brought it about in the first place. Not that movies about heavy subject matter can’t have the occasional dose of humor in them (there is one particular location switch in Nuremberg that is both an excellent bit of editing and the best gag in the film), but the film’s early reliance on levity comes off like the filmmakers are worried modern audiences won’t pay attention to a historical epic if they aren’t coaxed into it with treats. It’s not a dealbreaker by any means, but his performance and the writing of his character (the fact that he’s also a magician is seemingly only there to provide a Chekhov’s skill for Göring to learn in time for the finale) doesn’t always work in tandem with the film’s dramatic aims.
Author: Scott Collura
Published at: 2025-11-06 21:51:12
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