Die Lüge und der Tod
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.
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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.