The Deputy

Play

Writers: Rolf Hochhuth

Overview

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Category
Play
Number of Acts
5
First Produced
1963
Genres
Drama

Synopsis

The controversial story is based on Rolf Hochhuth's research into the Vatican activities during World War II. The play's treatment of Pope Pius XII -- the "deputy" of Christ on earth -- and the Church during the Nazi persecution of the Jews made it the object of impassioned praise and violent denunciation. It is a powerful, shocking work that casts a penetrating eye on the role that supposed moral leaders must play in times of great humanitarian crises.

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