The 'Hitler Rants' meme, also known as 'Downfall' or 'Hitler Reacts,' originates from the 2004 German historical drama Der Untergang. The scene depicts a high-tension moment where Hitler realizes his inevitable defeat, leading to an explosive emotional breakdown. Since the mid-2000s, it has become a staple of internet culture, where creators replace the original German subtitles with humorous text about trivial frustrations, ranging from Xbox Live bans to movie spoilers. This juxtaposition of high-stakes cinematic drama with mundane everyday grievances is what gives the meme its enduring comedic power.