Thomas Harlan (1929–2010) was a German writer, filmmaker, and political activist known for confronting Germany’s Nazi past. The son of controversial director Veit Harlan, Thomas distanced himself from his father’s legacy by researching Nazi war crimes in Poland, contributing to thousands of criminal investigations. He studied philosophy in Tübingen and Paris, mingling with intellectuals like Gilles Deleuze and Pierre Boulez. His works include provocative plays, documentaries like Torre Bela, and novels such as Rosa and Heldenfriedhof. Harlan’s life combined radical politics, artistic expression, and a relentless pursuit of historical truth.