Amen.

About This Movie

Amen. is pretty heavy stuff, but it hits differently. Costa-Gavras really dives into the moral complexities of one man’s internal struggle against an overwhelming evil. Kurt Gerstein is played with a quiet desperation, and the tension builds as he faces the indifference of the world to the horrors he uncovers. The cinematography is stark and haunting; it reflects that grim historical context well. The pacing might feel slow for some, but it captures Gerstein's relentless pursuit of truth. It’s not just a story about the Holocaust—it's an examination of complicity and the ethical dilemmas faced by those in power. You can see the careful craftsmanship in every frame.

Available on DVD and Blu-ray since 2004.Runtime: 135 minutes, French and German audio.Filmed in various locations across Europe.Features historical footage interspersed with dramatization.