Trained to See – Three Women and the War

A sober, reflective archival journey that lets long-silent voices speak, moving slowly but leaving a quiet weight behind.

Directed by

Luzia Schmid

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Nina Hoss, Simone Kabst, Eva Meckbach

Overview

During the Second World War, women were for the first time allowed to work as war correspondents. Based on reports, letters and diary excerpts, filmmaker Luzia Schmid sketches a personal portrait of three fearless women and their unique attempts to report on the war.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, gender, identity, memory

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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