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Tracking Edith
A documentary by Peter Stephan Jungk 92 minutes, color, 2017
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Every family has its secrets. Filmmaker Peter Stephan Jungk had always known that his great aunt, Edith Tudor-Hart, was a talented photographer. But it was not until 20 years after her death that he learned she had led a double life - and changed the course of history. By speaking with military historians, photo archivists, ex-KGB agents and family members, Jungk unravels what had been a well-kept secret: that his great aunt was a KGB spy who brokered the introduction between Kim Philby and Soviet agent Arnold Deutsch, thereby helping launch the espionage career of Britain's most notorious double agent, the lynchpin of the Cambridge Five spy ring. Through these conversations and the striking photographs of Tudor-Hart herself, Jungk takes us on a journey into his great aunt's clandestine life that is as gripping as a spy novel. From Executive Producer Lillian Birnbaum of the award-winning One Day in September. Watch the Trailer Reviews "I watched this compelling film with fascination. An amazing quest - and very timely." - Michael Haneke, Oscar-winning filmmaker of Amour & The White Ribbon "Four Stars! The sinew and texture of history are to be found in this grippingly detailed documentary." - The Guardian "Fascinating. An intriguing affair which still seems topical. It works as a spy story, as a study of a talented and neglected photographer, and as a dark family tale." - Independent (UK) "A dark picture of Soviet espionage...as absorbing as any great spy novel." - The Times of Israel "Four Stars! A detailed and moving documentary...beautifully depicts the mess and intensity of one woman's double life." - The Upcoming "A fascinating tale of a pivotal and shadowy figure. Not only detailing her involvement in the world of espionage but also documenting her life and art." - Backseat Mafia Links
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