Die Lüge und der Tod movie poster

Die Lüge und der Tod

November 17, 1988 0h 34m

Originally released in 1988. Die Lüge und der Tod is a documentary/tv movie film. directed by Walter Heynowski. At just 34 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Stephan Hermlin

Synopsis

Together with Stephan Hermlin, H&S examine two five-minute film documents in this film, which were shot in 1941 on behalf of the Gestapo. The comparison with a written eyewitness account exposes the first film - "about the dazzling supply of food to the Jews" - as a propaganda lie, while the second - made 14 days later - conveys a complex picture of the Nazi extermination bureaucracy.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 17, 1988 37 years ago
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Runtime 0h 34m 34 minutes total
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Language German Original language
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Country East Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • DEFA-Studio für Dokumentarfilme
  • Fernsehen der DDR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Die Lüge und der Tod about?

Together with Stephan Hermlin, H&S examine two five-minute film documents in this film, which were shot in 1941 on behalf of the Gestapo. The comparison with a written eyewitness account exposes th...

Who directed Die Lüge und der Tod?

Die Lüge und der Tod was directed by Walter Heynowski.

How long is Die Lüge und der Tod?

Die Lüge und der Tod has a runtime of 0 hours and 34 minutes (34 minutes total).

When was Die Lüge und der Tod released?

Die Lüge und der Tod was released on November 17, 1988 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Die Lüge und der Tod?

The main cast of Die Lüge und der Tod includes Stephan Hermlin.