History of Hell (2009)
A German documentary studying concepts of hell developed over time in Christianity, Judaism and Islam, often overlapping -but not in Catholicism- with purgatory. Special attention goes to 'physical' methods of torture in the afterlife, as in Dante's Inferno. Their inspiration stems partially from judicial torments, as used during the Inquisition to redeem 'Satanic' sinners, from witches and heretics to mere gay people. Also treated is hell's theological and 'educational' meaning.
Director: Rosa von Praunheim
Genre: Documentary
Release Date: October 31, 2009
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Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is History of Hell about?
- A German documentary studying concepts of hell developed over time in Christianity, Judaism and Islam, often overlapping -but not in Catholicism- with purgatory. Special attention goes to 'physical' methods of torture in the afterlife, as in Dante's Inferno. Their inspiration stems partially from judicial torments, as used during the Inquisition to redeem 'Satanic' sinners, from witches and heretics to mere gay people. Also treated is hell's theological and 'educational' meaning.
- Who directed History of Hell?
- History of Hell was directed by Rosa von Praunheim.
- Who stars in History of Hell?
- History of Hell stars Eva-Maria Kurz, Hamze Bytyci, Judith Evers, Anne Gaedcke, Maurice Ittershagen, Thora Kleinert.
- What genre is History of Hell?
- History of Hell is a Documentary film.
- Where was History of Hell produced?
- History of Hell was produced in Germany.