Waldheim: A Commission of Inquiry
Brief Synopsis
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A special "Commission of Inquiry" into allegations against Kurt Waldheim, Austrian president and former United Nations Secretary-General, concerning his ties to the Nazi Party and war crimes he allegedly committed during his service as a lieutenant in the German army during World War II. The commiss
Cast & Crew
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Morton Dean
Host
Allan A Ryan
Peter Rawlinson
Shirley Hufstedler
Frederick Lawton
Gustav Petren
Film Details
Also Known As
HBO Showcase (06/05/88)
Genre
Documentary
Historical
War
Release Date
1988
Production Company
Thames Television
Distribution Company
HBO Home Video
Technical Specs
Duration
3h 30m
Synopsis
A special "Commission of Inquiry" into allegations against Kurt Waldheim, Austrian president and former United Nations Secretary-General, concerning his ties to the Nazi Party and war crimes he allegedly committed during his service as a lieutenant in the German army during World War II. The commission is composed of two legal teams presenting evidence before a panel of five prominent judges from the United States, Great Britain, India, and Sweden. More than 35 witnesses testify in the proceedings. Excerpts of the nine days of inquiry are presented at which time the decision of the judges is given.
Film Details
Also Known As
HBO Showcase (06/05/88)
Genre
Documentary
Historical
War
Release Date
1988
Production Company
Thames Television
Distribution Company
HBO Home Video
Technical Specs
Duration
3h 30m
