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Doctors without conscience - human experimentation in the Third Reich

Ärzte ohne Gewissen - Menschenversuche im Dritten Reich

Synopsis

On October 25, 1946, fifty years ago, the so-called Doctors' trial began in Nuremberg. Ernst Klee has compiled extensive material for this film about concentration camp doctors, for example, who nevertheless lectured at universities again after the war or found a place in the executive chairs of pharmaceutical companies. He documents the role of world-famous companies in human experimentation. He was also able to work through the investigation files against Josef Mengele in their entirety for the first time and view unknown material from Auschwitz.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Ernst Klee
Original Title
Ärzte ohne Gewissen - Menschenversuche im Dritten Reich
Country of Origin
Germany
Spoken Languages
German
Runtime
59m
Production Studios
HR

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ernst Klee

Film Editing

Brigitte Lachmund

Department Leadership Roster

Ernst Klee

Ernst Klee

Director

Brigitte Lachmund

Editor

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Frequently Asked Questions About Doctors without conscience - human experimentation in the Third Reich

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Doctors without conscience - human experimentation in the Third Reich about?

On October 25, 1946, fifty years ago, the so-called Doctors' trial began in Nuremberg. Ernst Klee has compiled extensive material for this film about concentration camp doctors, for example, who nevertheless lectured at universities again after the war or found a place in the executive chairs of pharmaceutical companies. He documents the role of world-famous companies in human experimentation. He was also able to work through the investigation files against Josef Mengele in their entirety for the first time and view unknown material from Auschwitz.

Who directed Doctors without conscience - human experimentation in the Third Reich?

Doctors without conscience - human experimentation in the Third Reich was directed by Ernst Klee.

Who stars in Doctors without conscience - human experimentation in the Third Reich?

The principal cast of Doctors without conscience - human experimentation in the Third Reich includes Jochen Nix.

When was Doctors without conscience - human experimentation in the Third Reich released and how long is it?

Doctors without conscience - human experimentation in the Third Reich was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 59m.