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Der Tod hat ein Gesicht

1961 · 87 min Crime

Three chemists unveil “Substance L,” a pesticide capable of eradicating all life without harming material assets. When Dr. Zichy, haunted by his work on Zyklon B, dies in a car crash and the lethal vial vanishes, colleague Dr. Cramm uncovers a child’s poisoning. To suppress the scandal, the corporation and justice system commit him to an asylum, until his assistant Barbara risks everything to expose the truth.

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Year 1961
Country Germany, East Germany
Genre Crime
Director Joachim Hasler
Runtime 87 min.

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Der Tod hat ein Gesicht is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1961. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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