Bent

Bent (1997) is a poignant historical drama and romance set in the harrowing environment of a Nazi concentration camp. The audience's emotional responses are dominated by profound Sadness and deep Empathy for the characters, particularly Max and Horst, as they endure brutal persecution. The central Love story provides a fragile beacon of humanity amidst immense Anxiety and Fear for their survival. Strong Anger is evoked by the historical injustice and cruelty of the regime, alongside a sense of the Disturbing nature of the camp. Despite the grim setting, moments of Inspiration arise from Horst's defiant pride and the resilience of the human spirit, offering a glimmer of Hope in despair, though ultimately tinged with Melancholy.