American Experience (1988)

Episode Overview

Title: The Architect of Evil Plot: This documentary delves into the life of Joseph Goebbels (1897-1945), the mastermind who played a crucial role in Adolf Hitler's ascent to power. Kenneth Branagh lends his voice to dramatic readings from Goebbels' personal diaries. The film features archival footage from Germany that chronicles Goebbels’ journey, illustrating how he meticulously crafted his public persona and transformed himself from a fervent “popular socialist” in his youth to a key figure in the Nazi regime until his tragic end.