In the aftermath of World War II, Nazi doctor Josef Mengele, the infamous “Angel of Death,” flees to South America, weaving a clandestine life across Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. Kirill Serebrennikov’s daring adaptation of Olivier Guez’s novel traces Mengele’s methodical disappearance, haunted by his son’s gaze and the ghosts of his atrocities. This provocative, visually striking film, blending feverish intensity with poignant reflection, unveils a war criminal’s twilight years, marked by paranoia and moral reckoning. A bold exploration of humanity’s darkest corners, it mirrors our troubled times, delivering an unforgettable cinematic experience.
136 minutes
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