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Das schreckliche Mädchen (1990)
Strange but Good
Some of this film seemed a little weird, like what would be in a Monty Python film, but I was quite absorbed with it. If you are interested in German reactions to the war and their own involvement and denials, you may like this. The main actress is attractive and interesting in her own right. It makes you wonder what the real story was like.
You won't like this if you like "straight" documentary-type films on this subject. It sort of reminds me of the tone used in the horrific Russian antiwar film, "Come and See." Although the humor is often black, it keeps your attention.
If you are expecting porn, you will be disappointed! I was a little embarrassed to rent this video because of its English title. It does have some light sex talk and a brief nude swimming scene, but it's not bad that way.
If you are Catholic you may be offended by the light mocking of the school system, but, then again, maybe not! Some of the characters are quite funny, but other parts are quite serious, befitting the subject.
You can tell the director can be quite quirky! I would recommend this to most mature viewers, interested in German war guilt, etc.