Night Will Fall

The documentary "German Concentration Camps Factual Survey" is a harrowing historical record of the horrors inflicted by the Nazis during World War II. Made in 1945, it was commissioned by Sidney Bernstein, a British filmmaker who later co-founded Granada Television. The documentary aims to provide undeniable evidence of Nazi atrocities through the use of footage captured by Allied forces as they liberated concentration camps in various locations.An impressive ensemble of British talent contributed their expertise to the project, including editor Stewart McAllister and writer Richard Crossman, both of whom would go on to achieve success in their respective careers. Notably, Alfred Hitchcock was involved as a treatment advisor for the film, adding his unique artistic vision to the project.Despite initial support from the British and American governments, the film was eventually shelved and remained unseen for decades. Only recently has it been restored and completed by the Imperial War Museums, providing a stark reminder of one of the darkest chapters in human history. This documentary offers an essential historical record of the Nazi concentration camps, presenting unfiltered evidence of their heinous crimes against humanity.