Operation_Eichmann_(film)

<i>Operation Eichmann</i> (film)

Operation Eichmann (film)

1961 film by R. G. Springsteen


Operation Eichmann is a 1961 American crime film directed by R. G. Springsteen, with Werner Klemperer in the title role. It is a highly fictionalized account of the life of the war criminal Adolf Eichmann, from his career as a member of the SS and an architect of the Holocaust to his kidnap in Argentina by the Mossad.

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Plot

After orchestrating the "Final Solution to the Jewish problem", when Germany is defeated at the end of WWII, Adolph Eichman utilizes underground networks and escapes to South America. Dissatisfied with his treatment, he attempts to assert his former authority over the organization. Realizing his delusional and dangerous demeanor, he is rebuffed and betrayed, and allowed to be captured by Mossad.

Cast

Production

Filming started 12 January 1961.[1]


References

  1. "Hollywood Production Pulse". Variety. 18 January 1961. p. 26.



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