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Killing Kasztner

"The Jew Who Dealt With Nazis."

October 1, 2008 2h 9m

Originally released in 2008. Killing Kasztner is a war/documentary film. directed by Gaylen Ross. With a runtime of 2h 9m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Synopsis

How much should you negotiate with the enemy? In Israel, the debate over that question evoked fury to the point of assassination. Such was the case of Kasztner. Dr Israel (Rezso) Kasztner, a Hungarian Jew who tried to rescue the last million Jews of Europe by negotiating face to face with Nazi leader Adolf Eichmann, was gunned down by another Jew who never set foot in Nazi Europe. After 50 years, his assassin Ze'ev Eckstein breaks his silence on the fateful night he shot and killed Kasztner. (Storyville)

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 1, 2008 17 years ago
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Runtime 2h 9m 129 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • GR Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Killing Kasztner about?

How much should you negotiate with the enemy? In Israel, the debate over that question evoked fury to the point of assassination. Such was the case of Kasztner. Dr Israel (Rezso) Kasztner, a Hunga...

Who directed Killing Kasztner?

Killing Kasztner was directed by Gaylen Ross.

How long is Killing Kasztner?

Killing Kasztner has a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes (129 minutes total).

When was Killing Kasztner released?

Killing Kasztner was released on October 1, 2008 in theaters.