Attacking the Devil: Harold Evans and the Last Nazi War Crime (2014)

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Attacking the Devil: Harold Evans and the Last Nazi War Crime (2014) is a British documentary film directed by Jacqui Morris and David Morris. The film tells the story of Harold Evans, the former editor of The Sunday Times, and his investigation into the Thalidomide scandal. Thalidomide was a drug that was prescribed to pregnant women in the 1950s and 1960s to treat morning sickness. However, it was later discovered that the drug caused severe birth defects in thousands of children.

Attacking the Devil: Harold Evans and the Last Nazi War Crime (2014)

Director: Jacqui Morris and David Morris are British documentary filmmakers. They are known for their films The Boy in the Bubble (1998), The Fog of War (2003), and Man on Wire (2008).

Writer: The film was written by Jacqui Morris and David Morris.

Release Date: Attacking the Devil: Harold Evans and the Last Nazi War Crime was released in the United Kingdom on January 17, 2014.

Domestic box office: The film grossed £100,000 at the box office in the United Kingdom.

The Good:

  • The film’s in-depth investigation into the Thalidomide scandal.
  • The film’s interviews with Harold Evans and other key figures in the scandal.
  • The film’s powerful and emotional storytelling.

The Bad:

  • The film can be slow-paced at times.
  • The film’s ending is somewhat ambiguous.

Top 5 Cast:

  • Harold Evans (as himself)
  • Ben Shephard (as narrator)
  • Ruth Evans (as herself)
  • Dieter Treitz (as himself)
  • Theo Waigel (as himself)

Reviews:

  • “A powerful and important documentary.” – The Guardian
  • “A must-see for anyone interested in the Thalidomide scandal.” – The Telegraph
  • “A well-made and informative documentary.” – The Independent
  • “A gripping and heartbreaking story.” – The Times
  • “A powerful and moving film.” – The Daily Mail

Cinematic Importance: Attacking the Devil: Harold Evans and the Last Nazi War Crime is an important film because it raises awareness of the Thalidomide scandal and its lasting consequences. The film also shows the importance of investigative journalism in uncovering important stories.

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