Sandra Hüller Discusses German Guilt and New Role at Cannes
German Oscar-winning actress Sandra Hüller stated at the Cannes Film Festival that she feels daily guilt for Germany’s role in World War II. Speaking about her performance in the new historical drama "Fatherland," directed by Pawel Pawlikowski, Hüller explained that this sense of guilt is necessary to "act right." The film, which depicts Thomas Mann’s return to post-war Germany in 1945, features Hüller as Mann’s daughter, Erika. It received a five-minute standing ovation at its premiere, with critics predicting strong awards contention for Hüller following her previous win for "Anatomy of a Fall." Director Pawlikowski noted the relevance of historical dramas in addressing contemporary issues through distance, aiming to portray complexity rather than delivering clear moral theses. The article highlights the intersection of personal responsibility, historical memory, and cinematic art amidst rising global political tensions.
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