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The Philosopher Hannah Arendt, When Covering the Trial of Adolf

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The philosopher Hannah Arendt, when covering the trial of Adolf Eichmann, used the phrase "the banality of evil" to explain how so many people in Nazi Germany supervised the deportation and death of millions of Jews. What does this phrase mean?


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Modern America

Refers to the contemporary period in the United States characterized by technological advancement, diverse cultural expressions, and ongoing social and political developments.

Physical Comedy

A form of comedy where humor is expressed through exaggerated physical movements, gestures, and actions rather than dialogue.

Silent Film Comedian

An actor known for performing in silent films, often characterized by physical comedy and expressive facial gestures.

Transition To Sound

The period in the late 1920s marking the film industry's shift from producing silent films to those with synchronized sound, revolutionizing cinema and leading to the widespread adoption of "talkies."

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