Tag: Historical Accuracy

The author expresses frustration with the trend of publishing books with titles like "The [Blank] of Auschwitz," which she finds commodifies the Holocaust and risks making the diverse stories of individuals in Auschwitz sound the same.
The essay addresses the emergence of a new form of antisemitism that uses false equivalencies and distortions to paint Jews in a negative light.
The Peacock series "The Tattooist of Auschwitz," based on a book of the same name, portrays the true story of Lali and Gita, two Jewish survivors of Auschwitz-Birkenau who fall in love.
British sound designer Johnnie Burn, known for his work in films like Under the Skin and Poor Things, discusses his process and research for the film Zone of Interest, directed by Jonathan Glazer.
Kathy Ottersten reflects on her experiences as a trans activist in ACT UP during the AIDS crisis.
"The Revelation at Sinai: What Does Torah from Heaven Mean?" is a collection of essays edited by Yoram Hazony, Gil Student, and Alex Sztuden that addresses the challenges to traditional Jewish beliefs posed by modern academic scholarship.
A spirited debate has ignited in Israel over the authenticity of the legendary military hero known as Team Tzvika.
In this essay reflecting on the impact of watching "Roots" and "Holocaust" for the first time, the author explores the significance of these groundbreaking miniseries from the 1970s.