About this episode
Ella Blumenthal is one of the oldest living survivors of the Holocaust. Despite living through one of history's darkest chapters, she brings a joy to life that few can match. On her 98th birthday, however, Ella reveals to close friends and family profound memories of her incredible survival in a way she has never done before. Award-winning documentary I Am Here (2021) celebrates Ella's remarkable life and her magnetic personality and spirit that have remained undimmed. South African filmmaker Jordi Sank, the director and co-producer of I Am Here , relays how he met this remarkable woman and decided to bring her incredible life story to the screen. In the process Jordi's film provides us with a first-hand account of the Holocaust. “People need to learn from history so that we can have a peaceful future that’s worth living.” - Jordy Sank Watch the full episode at https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/i-am-here/