The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality
Synopsis
In September 2001, respected German historian Lothar Machtan dropped a bombshell on the world of Hitler studies: Hitler was secretly homosexual. His highly acclaimed and explosive book "The Hidden Hitler" ignited a storm of controversy. With information from the bestselling book, award-winning filmmakers Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato and Gabriel Rotello explore areas of the Führer's private life.
Top Cast
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Adolf Hitler
Self (archive footage)
Eva Braun
Self (archive footage)
Rochus Misch
Self - Adolf Hitler's telephone operator
Magnus Hirschfeld
Self (archive footage)
Rudolf Hess
Self (archive footage)
Jonathan Petropoulos
Self
Albert Speer
Self (archive footage)
Arno Breker
Self (archive footage)
Ernst Röhm
Self (archive footage)
Joseph Goebbels
Self (archive footage)
Martin Duberman
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 17, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Randy Barbato, Gabriel Rotello, Fenton Bailey
- Original Title
- The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- World of Wonder, Cinemax Reel Life
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Randy Barbato, Gabriel Rotello, Fenton Bailey
Blake West
Gabriel Rotello, Randy Barbato, Sheila Nevins, Fenton Bailey
Department Leadership Roster
Gabriel Rotello
Producer
Blake West
Editor
Randy Barbato
Director
Gabriel Rotello
Director
Fenton Bailey
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality about?
In September 2001, respected German historian Lothar Machtan dropped a bombshell on the world of Hitler studies: Hitler was secretly homosexual. His highly acclaimed and explosive book "The Hidden Hitler" ignited a storm of controversy. With information from the bestselling book, award-winning filmmakers Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato and Gabriel Rotello explore areas of the Führer's private life.
Who directed The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality?
The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality was directed by Randy Barbato, Gabriel Rotello, Fenton Bailey.
Who stars in The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality?
The principal cast of The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality includes Adolf Hitler, Eva Braun, Rochus Misch, Magnus Hirschfeld, Rudolf Hess.
When was The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality released and how long is it?
The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.