Contergan: Die Eltern
Originally released in 2003. Contergan: Die Eltern is a documentary film. directed by Andreas Fischer.
Starring Wolfgang Korruhn, Sigrid Baumann-Senn, and Karin Berg-Kotterba
Synopsis
From 1959 to 1962, about 5000 disabled children were born in Germany, often with shortened and altered limbs, but also very often with damage to internal organs. About half of the children did not survive. In November 1961, it turned out that the sleeping pill and sedative Contergan was responsible for the disabilities. The active ingredient thalidomide had disrupted the growth process of the children in the womb in the early stages of pregnancy. In this documentary, parents of the so-called "Contergan children" tell how they experienced the tragedy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 4, 2003
22 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Bundesverband Contergangeschädigter
- Moraki-Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Contergan: Die Eltern about?
From 1959 to 1962, about 5000 disabled children were born in Germany, often with shortened and altered limbs, but also very often with damage to internal organs. About half of the children did not ...
Who directed Contergan: Die Eltern?
Contergan: Die Eltern was directed by Andreas Fischer.
How long is Contergan: Die Eltern?
Contergan: Die Eltern has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was Contergan: Die Eltern released?
Contergan: Die Eltern was released on May 4, 2003 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Contergan: Die Eltern?
The main cast of Contergan: Die Eltern includes Wolfgang Korruhn, Sigrid Baumann-Senn, Karin Berg-Kotterba, Gisela Brückner, Joachim Brückner.