Kill Hitler
Originally released in 1981. Kill Hitler is a documentary film. directed by Niklaus Meienberg. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Roger Jendly
Synopsis
This 140-minute documentary takes a close look at the story and historical context of a young Swiss man who was beheaded during WW II for supposedly wanting to kill Hitler. The man's family cannot help clarify the issue since they say he had been pro-Nazi earlier. Other injustices or puzzling omissions come to the fore, such as a German who was against Hitler, survived torture by the SS, and then was not given any state aid when peace was restored. Another sequence shows an extensive U.S. archive of materials that identifies many Nazis and their activities -- but is not available to anyone trying to track down former war criminals. Like other films of this type, the documentary helps to fill in facts about WW II that are little-known, or slow in coming out.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 9, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
2h 20m
140 minutes total
Language
German
Original language
Country
Switzerland
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Filmkollektiv Zürich AG
- ZDF
- SRF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kill Hitler about?
This 140-minute documentary takes a close look at the story and historical context of a young Swiss man who was beheaded during WW II for supposedly wanting to kill Hitler. The man's family cannot ...
Who directed Kill Hitler?
Kill Hitler was directed by Niklaus Meienberg.
How long is Kill Hitler?
Kill Hitler has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).
When was Kill Hitler released?
Kill Hitler was released on April 9, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Kill Hitler?
The main cast of Kill Hitler includes Roger Jendly.