Ich Klage An (I Accuse) DVD

UPC: 009432229850

Product Features

• Title: Ich Klage An (I Accuse)
• Director: Wolfgang Liebeneiner
• Cast: Heidemarie Hatheyer, Paul Hartmann, Mathias Wieman
• Format: DVD (NTSC, Region 0)
• Audio: German
• Subtitles: English (Optional)
• Running Time: 110 minutes
• Aspect Ratio: Full Frame 4:3 (B&W)
• Release Year: 1941 (Film), 2008 (DVD)
• Genre: Drama
• Rating: Not Rated

Overview

Ich Klage An (I Accuse), directed by Wolfgang Liebeneiner in 1941, is a dramatic portrayal of mercy killing, addressing the complex and controversial subject of euthanasia. The film features Paul Hartmann as a physician who agrees to assist in the death of his terminally ill wife, played by Heidemarie Hatheyer, while Mathias Wieman portrays the opposing doctor who refuses to participate. The film tackles the ethical dilemmas surrounding assisted suicide, a topic that remains as contentious today as it was at the time of the film's release.

While Ich Klage An promotes euthanasia, it has often been criticized for its underlying association with the Nazi regime’s policies, particularly the euthanasia programs that targeted vulnerable populations. The film, though artistically praised, is historically significant for its role in Nazi propaganda. Its director, Liebeneiner, later referred to the film as a “document of humanity in an inhuman time.”

Interesting Facts

• Ich Klage An is recognized as part of Nazi-era propaganda that subtly supported the regime’s euthanasia policies.
• Despite its controversial message, the film was praised at the time for its artistic merits, with strong performances from its lead actors.
• The film remains a complex historical document, raising questions about the intersection of art, ethics, and politics.
• Wolfgang Liebeneiner, the film’s director, was a prominent filmmaker during the Nazi regime and is best known for his works that supported the state’s ideological goals.
• This DVD release by International Historic Films includes special features like a historical slideshow and English subtitles, providing context for modern viewers.

Special Features

• Historical Slideshow: Offers additional context on the film's place in history.
• Optional English Subtitles: For non-German speaking viewers.

Publisher

• Distributed by: International Historic Films, Inc.

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