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Angel Studios Presents “Truth & Treason,” a Riveting World War II Biopic
Following the acclaim for “Bonhoeffer,” a World War II thriller centered on the executed anti-Nazi dissident Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Angel Studios is set to release another inspirational biopic. Truth & Treason recounts the compelling true story of Helmuth Hübener, a German teenager who bravely resisted the Nazi regime.
The Defiance of Helmuth Hübener
The film, Truth & Treason, unveils the remarkable account of a German youth who renounced the Hitler Youth following the horrific Kristallnacht pogrom in 1938. Kristallnacht, during which the Nazi regime targeted Jewish businesses and homes, occurred a year prior to the commencement of World War II. This pivotal event spurred the then 16-year-old Helmuth Hübener to undertake acts of resistance.
Broadcasting Truth Against Nazi Propaganda
Driven by conscience, Helmuth Hübener began clandestinely listening to overseas radio transmissions, notably the BBC. Utilizing this information, he embarked on creating anti-Nazi and anti-war leaflets. These leaflets served to expose the falsehoods propagated by Joseph Goebbels’ propaganda machine, directly challenging the Nazi narrative.
Tragic Fate and Lasting Legacy
Sadly, Helmuth Hübener’s courageous efforts led to his apprehension by the Gestapo. He was subsequently executed by guillotine, becoming the youngest German resistor to Nazi tyranny to suffer capital punishment under Hitler’s regime. His story stands as a testament to youthful bravery in the face of overwhelming oppression.
From Real Life to the Big Screen
Now, the heroic, albeit brief, life of Helmuth Hübener has been adapted into a major motion picture. The initial trailer for Truth & Treason was unveiled this week at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, offering a first glimpse into this powerful World War II drama.
Official Synopsis: “Truth & Treason”
A Silent War for Truth
The official synopsis for this gripping World War II film reads: “In Nazi Germany, sixteen-year-old Helmuth Hübener exists precariously. Armed solely with a typewriter and unwavering truth, he initiates a clandestine war against Hitler’s regime. His methods involve deciphering intercepted enemy broadcasts, covertly disseminating critical intelligence, and working to undermine the Nazi empire from within. With relentless surveillance intensifying around him, he must now outwit, out-think, and outmaneuver one of history’s most formidable secret police organizations.”
Cinema Release Date
Mark Your Calendars
Truth & Treason is scheduled to premiere in cinemas on October 17, 2025.