REMEMBER’s motto : “Together, let’s keep their memory alive.”
The events of the 20th century remind us of the dangers of forgetting history’s lessons.
As the memory of the Second World War fades with time, it becomes ever more vital to preserve and share it. That is the mission that REMEMBER, a non-profit association based in Normandy, has set for itself.
Through its educational programs for the next generation, guided tours, and documentary film production, REMEMBER works to keep history alive fostering understanding and dialogue among people of all nationalities.
Our Documentary Film Production
To complement its educational mission, REMEMBER produces original documentary films that explore key moments and human stories from World War II and beyond.
These documentary films are used within our educational programs and shared with the wider public, offering powerful, immersive storytelling that connects the past with the present.
The films, available in different languages, can be presented both on traditional large screens and online, through virtual events.
Rodolphe Rutman, Author, Director and Artistic Producer
Rodolphe Rutman writes, directs and produces creative documentaries that bring history to life through authentic testimonies and deeply human perspectives.
His work, over the last 25 years, focuses on memory, reconciliation, and the enduring impact of the Second World War on individual destinies.
Big Red Omaha
A documentary film written by Jacques & Rodolphe Rutman, directed by Rodolphe Rutman, co-directed by Jacques Rutman.
Broadcast on France 2, France 5, and ZDF (Germany), in June 2004.
This film retraces the U.S. 1st Infantry Division on D-Day. Through the voices of 13 veterans from the “Big Red One”, we tell the story of the harrowing day they lived through on Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944. Their testimonies evoke the fear, courage, and brotherhood of those who faced one of the most decisive moments of the D-Day landings.
Destins Croisés (Crossed paths of Destiny)
Written and directed by Rodolphe Rutman.
Broadcast on Odyssée and Cityzen Television, in June 2004.
This documentary tells the story of two teenagers, Franz and Kenneth — one German, one American — who were on opposite sides of the dunes of Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944, on what was their first day of combat.
Notre Père, ce Héros… (Our Father, this Hero…)
A documentary film written and directed by Rodolphe Rutman, produced for German television with the title : “D-Day – Die Spur der Väter”.
Co-produced by five German-speaking television networks – Broadcast in Germany in summer 2014 on Phoenix, ARD, NDR, BR, SDR, and WDR.
This documentary tells the remarkable story of an American soldier of German descent who took part in the Battle of Normandy, landing on Omaha Beach in June 1944. Through family memories and historical archives, “Our Father, this Hero” explores questions of identity, heritage, and reconciliation. The film bridges two worlds — Germany and America — and reminds us that the legacy of D-Day extends far beyond national boundaries, connecting generations through shared memory and humanity.
Watch “Our Father, this Hero” in German here :
Looking Ahead…
Several new D-Day documentaries are currently in development. Like all of REMEMBER’s initiatives, they are designed to engage viewers emotionally and intellectually, ensuring that the memory of those who lived through history continues to inspire reflection, empathy, and peace.