Netflix’s 'Transatlantic' Episode 2 shows Varian Fry receiving an unpleasant surprise
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: ‘Transatlantic’ premiered on Netflix on April 7 and has highlighted some major historic moments. The show is inspired by the true excursions of the Emergency Rescue Committee formed by Varin Fry, written in Julie Orringer's 2019 novel 'The Flight Portfolio'. The period drama revolves around an American journalist who organizes safe transport for refugees from Nazi-occupied France to the United States. He forms a community of people who help him carry out the mission.
The limited series on Netflix is co-created by Anna Winger and Daniel Hendler, and it is directed by Stephanie Chuat, Veronique Reymond, and Mia Meyer. Anna Winger known for 'Unorthodox' is also producing 'Transatlantic' alongside Camille McCurry.
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An unpleasant surprise
As Varian Fry and Mary Jayne Gold continue their rescue mission of artists and writers fleeing the Nazis and immigrating to the United States, they get new members to assist them. As the two find a new path through the new addition Lisa, they set to transport philosopher Walter Benjamin and some other important members. But before carrying out the mission, Varian receives an unpleasant surprise as the Hôtel Splendide gets raided by the German officers. Thanks to a surprise guest, the journalist gets a prior warning. He and his team, within time, manages to get Benjamin out of the Hotel.
A new policy
With his hands full already for finding a new office after the raid on Hôtel Splendide, Varian's old friend Thomas comes to his rescue. The refugees settled in at Villa Air-Bel. He meets Hiram Bingham, who fills him about the new policy set out by Graham Patterson. The policy states giving no visa to any British POWs, Jews, and Pinkos. It comes as a surprise for Varian, who is tackling many issues at a time. ‘Transatlantic’ is streaming now on Netflix.
