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Crowe delves into the psychology behind such heinous acts, referencing his portrayal of Hermann Göring, a figure layered with nuance. Göring’s early years as a mountain climber and war hero reveal a multi-dimensional man driven by ambition and patriotism, traits which, when coupled with drug use prevalent among Nazi elites—including methamphetamine in the military—created a potent mix fueling atrocities. Crowe emphasizes that understanding these individuals in their full human context provides critical insight: monsters, in truth, are individuals with personal virtues and flaws, capable of both love and horrific acts.