by Blitz_ April 12, 2021
Announcing information to the general public or a group, then not telling them the specific information ie:
'Hey me and Sally have GREAT news!'
'What is it?'
'Oh we're only telling certain people'
'That'sthe Hitler Effect!'
'What is it?'
'Oh we're only telling certain people'
'That'sthe Hitler Effect!'
by The master June 22, 2014
A seemingly paradoxical situation that occurs when all of the individual components of a movie (acting, dialogue, editing, etc.) are utterly terrible, yet the movie is nevertheless enjoyable. Most often it applies to a movie that while not meant to be a comedy, is nevertheless hilarious to watch.
Named for 'Springtime for Hitler' from the film 'The Producers'.
Named for 'Springtime for Hitler' from the film 'The Producers'.
'Shark Attack 3' belongs on IMDB's worst 100 list, but because of the Springtime for Hitler effect, many people actually enjoy watching it.
by German Juggernaut September 1, 2009
The tendency for countries that believe they are immune to fascism to be especially susceptible to its rise.
The popularity of Geert Wilders is an example of the Dunning-Hitler effect in its early stages.
Donald Trump's presidency is an example of the Dunning-Hitler effect.
Donald Trump's presidency is an example of the Dunning-Hitler effect.
by Aunt Tifa Lockhart September 22, 2017