

Tidying up the crematorium
Jul 22, 2024
Writer Lily Brett shares her personal journey of visiting Auschwitz, her parents' survival in the death camp, and her emotional connection to the place. She reflects on her novel 'Too Many Men', the movie adaptation, Lena Dunham's influence, growing up in a displaced persons camp, learning German, and the impact of family history on identity.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Reflections on Watching a Movie of Personal Story
01:32 • 4min
Exploring Lena Dunham's Influence on a Movie
05:28 • 2min
Growing Up in a Displaced Persons Camp After WWII
07:03 • 11min
Reflecting on Learning German and its Significance
17:41 • 3min
Personal Reflections on Visiting Auschwitz
20:42 • 22min
Reflections on Family, History, and Identity
42:20 • 7min