Unveiling the Madness: Exploring the Dark Side of Hitler in Blondi.
- Maria Grazia Bonfiglio Attié
- Mar 30
- 1 min read

"Blondi" is a short film that reveals another aspect of Hitler's madness: his intense attachment to a dog. Dogs are intelligent and loyal creatures, yet they are also notably non-judgmental, which is expected behavior. Hitler's demonic insanity is reflected in his obsession with Blondi and his subsequent actions. Indeed, no one escapes his madness, not even the dogs. The extermination of unwanted lives extends to those harming or abusing dogs (under the guise of patriotic duty) and the dogs themselves. For instance, no dog can be named Blondi unless they are female; otherwise, they would be labeled as "homosexual."
The film's theme is unique, and the use of archival footage is highly effective. However, if the dog-held camera was intended to evoke more emotion, it failed, as its shaky movements can be quite irritating to the audience. Including the dog in the scenes would have better illustrated its unconditional devotion (or submission) to Hitler, accurately paralleling Hitler's delusional desire for control over humanity.
Hitler's detachment from reality is well depicted while he watches Chaplin's "The Great Dictator": Hitler remains emotionless.
Until the end, Hitler refused to accept reality, leading to his self-imposed "imprisonment" in the bunker and his suicide, as he would never admit defeat.
Even the dog is ultimately used by Hitler, who gave Blondi the cyanide pills intended for himself.
Another indication of his cowardice and delusions of omnipotence.
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