description Hannah Arendt Overview
Hannah Arendt is a 2012 biographical drama focusing on the life of the German-Jewish philosopher Hannah Arendt. Produced as an international co-production between Germany, Luxembourg, and France, the film details her experiences and work as a political theorist. It premiered in theaters in May 2013 through Zeitgeist Films distribution.
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| Country | Germany |
| Year | 2012 |
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What is the main focus of the 2012 biographical film Hannah Arendt?
The biographical drama focuses on the life of German-Jewish philosopher and political theorist Hannah Arendt. It primarily details her experiences covering the 1961 trial of Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann for The New Yorker.
Where did the movie Hannah Arendt premiere?
The film was an international co-production between Germany, Luxembourg, and France. It premiered at the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival before receiving a wider theatrical release.
What famous concept did Hannah Arendt coin that is featured in the movie?
The movie explores her controversial observation of the Eichmann trial, where she coined the famous phrase 'the banality of evil.' She argued that Eichmann was not a sociopathic monster, but a terrifyingly ordinary bureaucrat following orders.
Who directed the film Hannah Arendt?
The movie was directed by the acclaimed German filmmaker Margarethe von Trotta. Barbara Sukowa stars in the lead role, delivering a powerful performance as the titular political theorist.
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