description The German Doctor Overview
The German Doctor portrays the actions of Josef Mengele, a Nazi SS officer involved in human experimentation at Auschwitz. The film depicts his role as a physician within the concentration camp, featuring a cast including Àlex Brendemühl and other actors. It is based on Lucía Puenzo’s novel Wakolda.
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| Country | Argentina |
| Year | 2013 |
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Who is 'The German Doctor' in the film?
The German Doctor portrays Josef Mengele, the Nazi SS officer who conducted human experimentation at Auschwitz during World War II. The film depicts his time hiding in South America under a false identity after the war.
What is The German Doctor based on?
The German Doctor is based on the work of Lucía Puenzo, who wrote and directed the film adaptation. The story dramatizes the historical period when Mengele lived in Argentina under an assumed name.
Who stars in The German Doctor?
The film features Àlex Brendemühl in the role of Josef Mengele, alongside a supporting cast of international actors. Brendemühl's performance depicts Mengele's deceptive life in South America while evading capture.
Where does The German Doctor take place?
The film is set in South America, where Josef Mengele fled after World War II under a false identity. It specifically dramatizes his time in Argentina, where he lived for years before eventually relocating to other countries.
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