The Edit

The memoir of an aging man reveals a disturbing journey from a humble childhood in post-World War I Vienna to his involvement as a war criminal in the SS. As he recounts his past atrocities with pride, his writing is interrupted by journalist Kate O'Brien, who seeks to uncover his story. When she discovers his dark secrets, he kidnaps her, leading to a confrontation with his own horrific history and moral decay. The narrative explores themes of guilt, memory, and the consequences of one's past actions.