Mein Kampf
Den blodiga tiden
“The Never Before Shown Truth of Hitler's Reich”
Synopsis
Using exclusively archival footage, Erwin Leiser traces the rise and collapse of the Third Reich, from Adolf Hitler’s early years to the devastation of Europe and his suicide in 1945. The film draws heavily on material produced and preserved by the Nazi propaganda apparatus to confront the mechanisms, imagery, and consequences of totalitarian power.
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Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.4M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Erwin Leiser
- Screenplay & Story
- Erwin Leiser, Maurice Croizat
- Original Score
- Marton Lorand
- Original Title
- Den blodiga tiden
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Swedish, German
- Runtime
- 3h 17m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.4M
- Production Studios
- Minerva Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Erwin Leiser
Erwin Leiser, Maurice Croizat
Marton Lorand
Ingemar Ejve
Tore Sjöberg
Department Leadership Roster
Erwin Leiser
Director
Erwin Leiser
Writer
Maurice Croizat
Writer
Ingemar Ejve
Editor
Tore Sjöberg
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mein Kampf
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mein Kampf about?
Using exclusively archival footage, Erwin Leiser traces the rise and collapse of the Third Reich, from Adolf Hitler’s early years to the devastation of Europe and his suicide in 1945. The film draws heavily on material produced and preserved by the Nazi propaganda apparatus to confront the mechanisms, imagery, and consequences of totalitarian power.
Who directed Mein Kampf?
Mein Kampf was directed by Erwin Leiser.
Who stars in Mein Kampf?
The principal cast of Mein Kampf includes Adolf Hitler, Heinrich Brüning, Friedrich Ebert, Franz Pfeffer von Salomon, Walther Rathenau.
When was Mein Kampf released and how long is it?
Mein Kampf was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 3h 17m.
How much did Mein Kampf make at the box office?
Mein Kampf grossed $1.4M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Mein Kampf?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mein Kampf was composed by Marton Lorand.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Mein Kampf?
Mein Kampf holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).