"Die Mörder sind unter uns" (The Murderers Are Among Us) is a groundbreaking German film from 1946, now available on DVD in the prestigious DEFA Filmjuwelen collection by Fernsehjuwelen. This post-war classic, directed by Wolfgang Staudte, was the first German movie made after World War II and remains a powerful exploration of guilt, responsibility, and redemption in a devastated Berlin. The film stars Hildegard Knef as Susanne Wallner and Ernst Wilhelm Borchert as Dr. Hans Mertens?both acclaimed actors whose performances are deeply moving. Knef later became an international star with films like "The Sinner," while Borchert was known for his work on stage and screen throughout Germany. Director Wolfgang Staudte earned critical acclaim for this film and went on to direct other significant works such as "Rotation" and "Rosen für den Staatsanwalt." Fernsehjuwelen is renowned for restoring cinematic treasures with high-quality releases that include bonus materials and insightful booklets, making them a favorite among collectors.