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Charlotte Rampling's portrayal of Luchia—as a daughter of a socialist activist, not a Jewish prisoner—adds complexity to her character and reflects the spectrum of experiences during the Holocaust. Despite significant personal challenges, including giving birth just months before filming, Rampling's performance remains compelling and unfaltering.
Conversely, Bogarde faced his own trials on set, especially during a scene filmed in Austria where he donned an SS uniform. Reportedly feeling uneasy amidst a reception that conflated the character's persona with real-life histories of Nazism, Bogarde managed to deliver a haunting performance that enveloped viewers in a chilling atmosphere.