This cutting-edge, unique item is a must for but not limited to Jewish and documentary festivals, and has limited theatrical possibilities if handled properly. Defense lawyer Robert Servatius hardly says a word on behalf of his client, while the three Israeli judges of German origin each approach the accused in a different manner. The scriptwriters' approach is clearly reverent yet distinctly mischievous, managing to relish unintentional sight gags afforded by Eichmann's bizarre behavior while acknowledging the drab but hypnotic countenance of the man.
Technical aspects explore fresh ways of presenting primitively shot material.
The finished film is sculpted from the 350 surviving hours of the 500 shot over eight months, with the sound replaced by the higher-quality tapes recorded by the Voice of Israel radio. Produced, directed by Eyal Sivan. Screenplay, Sivan, Rony Brauman.