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Paragraph 175 (2000)

Movie ★ 6.6 74 min

History Documentary

During the Nazi regime, there was widespread persecution of homosexual men, which started in 1871 with the Paragraph 175 of the German Penal Code. Thousands were murdered in concentration camps. This powerful and disturbing documentary, narrated by Rupert Everett, presents for the first time the largely untold testimonies of some of those who survived.

Rob Epstein Director Jeffrey Friedman Director Sharon Wood Writer

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Quick facts

Released
January 22, 2000
Runtime
74 min
Rating
PG-13
IMDb
tt0236576

Themes

Cast

Rupert Everett Rupert Everett Narrator (voice) Heinz Dörmer Self Annette Eick Self Albrecht Becker Self Gad Beck Self Pierre Seel Self Heinz F. Self Klaus Müller Self Karl Gorath Self Magnus Hirschfeld Magnus Hirschfeld Self (archive footage)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Paragraph 175 about?
During the Nazi regime, there was widespread persecution of homosexual men, which started in 1871 with the Paragraph 175 of the German Penal Code. Thousands were murdered in concentration camps. This powerful and disturbing documentary, narrated by Rupert Everett, presents for the first time the largely untold testimonies of some of those who survived.
Who directed Paragraph 175?
Paragraph 175 was directed by Rob Epstein, Jeffrey Friedman.
Who stars in Paragraph 175?
Paragraph 175 stars Rupert Everett, Heinz Dörmer, Annette Eick, Albrecht Becker.
When was Paragraph 175 released?
Paragraph 175 is a 2000 history, documentary film.
Where can I watch Paragraph 175?
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