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The Eichmann Show
2015Movie90 minEnglish
The behind-the-scenes true life story of a groundbreaking producer, Milton Fruchtman, and blacklisted TV director Leo Hurwitz who, overcoming enormous obstacles, set out to capture the testimony of one of the war's most notorious Nazis, Adolf Eichmann, who is accused of executing the 'final solution' and organising the murder of 6 million Jews. This is the extraordinary story of how the trial came to be televised and the team that made it happen.
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IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users92%
Director: Yariv Mozer•Genres: Documentary, History, Biography
Plot Summary
This documentary explores the groundbreaking 1961 trial of Adolf Eichmann, the Nazi SS officer responsible for organizing the Holocaust. It delves into the historical significance of the trial, which was broadcast live around the world, and examines how it brought the horrors of the Holocaust to a global audience. The film highlights the meticulous efforts to bring Eichmann to justice and the profound impact of the proceedings on collective memory.
Critical Reception
The Eichmann Show was widely acclaimed by critics for its historical importance and powerful storytelling. Reviewers praised its ability to humanize the victims while unflinchingly presenting the perpetrator's actions. The documentary was recognized for its contribution to Holocaust education and its effective use of archival footage.
What Reviewers Say
- A vital historical document that powerfully brings the Eichmann trial to life.
- Effectively uses broadcast footage to underscore the global impact of the trial.
- A sobering and essential examination of one of history's most infamous figures.
Google audience: Google users consistently praise 'The Eichmann Show' for its educational value and its respectful portrayal of Holocaust victims. Many commend the film for making a significant historical event accessible and understandable.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Documentary at the 2015 Israeli Film Academy Awards.
Fun Fact
The trial of Adolf Eichmann was the first in history to be fully televised and broadcast internationally, reaching an estimated 45 million people in Germany alone.
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