Can feature films such as Stalingrad and Enemy at the Gates, be used to illustrate the past, or is it more dangerous than useful? 'Like drama and feature films, movies inspire and entertain. They often teach important truths about the human condition. They do not provide a substitute for history that has been painstakingly assembled from the best available evidence and analysis.' The Battle of Stalingrad- August 1942 - February 1943 The battle of Stalingrad was …
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…in answer to the original question, yes, films can, and often do, present historical facts to illustrate the past. However, there is also the danger that they can portray false, misleading and even incorrect information all in the name of a good old fashioned movie. If people remain aware that movies are not always truthful and that what is projected from the screen is not necessarily the gospel truth, then no harm will be done.