Duel with Hitler (2012)

As a 25-year-old legal trainee Sebastian Haffner experienced the assumption of power of Hitler in Berlin in 1933. He became a witness of a dramatic upheaval which changed also his life fundamentally. His best friend had to emigrate hastily, the love to a young Jewish woman broke up. Haffner himself could avoid the whirlpool from terror and seduction less and less. His life became a dangerous tightrope walk between adaptation and refusal. He emigrated to England in 1938. Decades after the war he was one of the most famous journalists of the Bonn republic.

Director: Gordian Maugg
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 44 min
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Cinematography: Frank Amann
Production: Halbtotal Film
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Gordian Maugg
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Duel with Hitler about?
As a 25-year-old legal trainee Sebastian Haffner experienced the assumption of power of Hitler in Berlin in 1933. He became a witness of a dramatic upheaval which changed also his life fundamentally. His best friend had to emigrate hastily, the love to a young Jewish woman broke up. Haffner himself could avoid the whirlpool from terror and seduction less and less. His life became a dangerous tightrope walk between adaptation and refusal. He emigrated to England in 1938. Decades after the war he was one of the most famous journalists of the Bonn republic.
Who directed Duel with Hitler?
Duel with Hitler was directed by Gordian Maugg.
Who stars in Duel with Hitler?
Duel with Hitler stars Ludwig Blochberger, Michael Mendl, Sybille Weiser, Jannik Büddig, Andrea Quirbach.
How long is Duel with Hitler?
Duel with Hitler has a runtime of 44m (44 minutes).
What genre is Duel with Hitler?
Duel with Hitler is a Documentary film.
Where was Duel with Hitler produced?
Duel with Hitler was produced in Germany.