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Hitler Lives!
'HITLER LIVES!' sets the stage with the escape of Hitler to Antarctica after the end of WWII, however not all goes to plan and Hitler is secured away in a bunker in Adelaide. Dr Mengele has procured a drug of Alien based immortality that will see to the rise of a New World Order. Over time Hitler is forgotten however and left to rot in the bunker as world politic expands into the 'global government' and the thousand year reich plan to design the superman and send him to the stars, is replaced with free trade agreements... Left to misery and despair Hitler reads about the world outside from enclosed walls and walks the bunker corridors - waiting for a chance to escape again and renew his quest for the reich - Dr Mengele, from his laboratory in Argentina, has other plans for their longevity and with an ever increasing mental collapse the two must fight it out for intellectual domination.
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Plot Summary
This mockumentary purports to follow a group of filmmakers who believe Adolf Hitler survived World War II and is living in modern times. They embark on a quest to find him, encountering bizarre theories and outlandish scenarios along the way. The film blends elements of satire and absurdity as it explores conspiracy theories and historical revisionism.
Critical Reception
Hitler Lives! received a generally mixed to negative reception, primarily due to its controversial premise and uneven execution. While some viewers appreciated its attempt at dark humor and satire, many found the subject matter to be in poor taste and the comedic elements to be ineffective or offensive. The film struggled to find a significant audience and critical commentary was sparse.
What Reviewers Say
The film's premise is highly questionable and its humor often falls flat.
Lacks a clear narrative focus and relies too heavily on shock value.
An unsuccessful attempt at satire that is likely to offend more than entertain.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Hitler Lives!' are scarce and generally negative. Those who have commented often express discomfort with the film's subject matter, finding its comedic approach to such a sensitive topic inappropriate. Some viewers dismissed it as poorly made and lacking any redeeming qualities.
Fun Fact
The film was independently produced and had a very limited release, contributing to its low profile and lack of widespread critical attention.
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