Overview

Eugen Weidmann was a German criminal and serial murderer who was executed by guillotine in France in June 1939, the last public execution in that country. Unknown to authorities, film of the execution was shot from a private apartment adjacent to the prison. British actor Christopher Lee – who was 17 at the time – witnessed the event.

Cast

Eugen Weidmann, Christopher Lee, Jules-Henri Desfourneaux

Forgot the name of "Eugen Weidmann Execution Film"? Describe the plot or a scene and let MovieMind find it.

Find a movie by describing it

Frequently asked

What is "Eugen Weidmann Execution Film" about?

Eugen Weidmann was a German criminal and serial murderer who was executed by guillotine in France in June 1939, the last public execution in that country. Unknown to authorities, film of the execution was shot from a private apartment adjacent to the prison. British actor Christopher Lee – who was 17 at the time – witnessed the event.

When was "Eugen Weidmann Execution Film" released?

Eugen Weidmann Execution Film was released in 1939.

Who stars in "Eugen Weidmann Execution Film"?

The cast includes Eugen Weidmann, Christopher Lee, Jules-Henri Desfourneaux.

Eugen Weidmann Execution Film (1939) — Plot, Cast & Similar Titles · MovieMind