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I have seen a number of documentaries about German history through the two World Wars, but this is the first one that actually reveals the intricate interpersonal relationships among a group of deranged individuals that lead a political party from relative obscurity into the driving force behind a national and global tragedy. The group comprising Hitler's 'inner circle' were all psychologically unbalanced and fanatical individuals. It is interesting to see how they were able to use the socio-economic circumstances of Germany to convince a substantial portion of the German population to adopt their arrogant and wicked philosophy. Bravo to the producers of this documentary for showing an original perspective on the events of history!

This is a documentary series that sheds a light on how the Nazis became the power and force and the leaders in Germany before the second World War. It also shines a light on how they feel apart during and espcially toward the end of that war. This is really well made and I guess you can have a problem with the show having actors reanacting certain situations, but this is the medium film and visual pointers are what this is about.

Of course it also uses old material wherever there is some available. It is really well mixed and there is gravitas to it all. It is narrated of course and very easy to follow. I guess if you are not too much into book reading or if you want to have it served to you visually (additionally to books), this is as good as it gets. The single episodes have an arc and a story they sort of finish within the whole arc and storyline, so you don't have to worry about having to binge watch it in one day. Although at around 50-60 minutes an episode you could do that on a weekend or some other free days you have at hand. It may also be something you can watch with kids and both can learn from this experience

I've seen a lot of bad critics here and I wanna say something.This is not a documentary that focuses on WWII.Its mostly about the personalities of the people that Hitler had in his circle.Also it kind of showing you how it all started,and as repetitive as it is,cause it is,its very educational and actually did some great work and dig.You dont have to criticize everything that you see,like the costumes,if the buttons were untied,who cares.This is a great show and I highly recommend it to anyone that gets interested on how some people in nazi circle acted, rised up or how it all kind of started.Good work

This is a very good series, and very well presented. Shines a light on the inner circle of the mafia-like organization that was the Nazi regime and the inner fights between the senior members. Very interesting to see how these horrible people fought each other, hungry for power and/or survival, and still the show constantly reminds the viewer that these interesting characters, were also the monsters responsible for some of the worst crimes of the 20th century.

Only flaw I think is that it is a bit repetitive sometimes, since we have to be constantly reminded who was who. It is understandable of course that not everyone is a history buff who would always recognize historical figures, so that is excepted.

In general is a very good documentary series, highly recommended.

I just read Erik Larson's book "In the garden of beasts". The book tells you the story of William E. Dodd, american ambassador in Berlin from 1933 to 1937. Recommended! Combined with this series, it gives you a great view on what happened in Germany during that period, and we can only wonder why USA, GB and France didn't do something about it much earlier. They absolutely underestimated the situation. Hitler just wanted time to build his army.

William E. Dodd foresaw all this, and allthough he was criticized by many during that time because of what he said and wrote about what he thought would happen, he was later seen as a prophet they all should have listened to.

"Hitler's circle of evil" is an excellent documentary!