Vacation in Sylt

Vacation in Sylt
Directed byAndrew Thorndike
Directed by
Andrew Thorndike
The East German documentary uncovers the postwar career of Heinz Reinefarth, the former SS general responsible for atrocities during the Warsaw Uprising who became mayor of Westerland on the island of Sylt. Combining archival footage with contemporary interviews, the film indicts West Germany for allowing former Nazi officials to return to public office.
short film
Last Updated: November 8, 2025

















