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Director James Vanderbilt shared the intense thirteen-year journey behind Nuremberg, featured in the Official Selection.
He revealed how Jack ElHai’s book “The Nazi and the Psychiatrist” sparked his interest, saying, “It was the quickest I’ve said yes to anything.” The film follows Dr. Douglas Kelly, a U.S. Army psychiatrist evaluating Nazi war criminals, delving into the nature of evil—a theme that Vanderbilt feels remains profoundly relevant today.
He emphasised the collaboration of the four nations during the trials, united in their pursuit of justice despite Cold War tensions, quoting U.S. prosecutor Robert Jackson, “We need everybody.” The director also praised the complexity of the characters, particularly Rami Malek’s portrayal of Kelly, and Hermann Göring, played by Russell Crowe. “Russell had a very specific energy with a seductive quality that was essential for Göring,” he explained, commending Malek’s obsessive approach to the role.
The film’s emotional impact was felt during a scene showing real footage of Nazi concentration camps, which deeply moved the cast and crew. “We’re not recreating anything,” Vanderbilt noted, as the actors watched the footage in real time. He also reflected on the script’s relevance today, citing that, even if written over a decade ago, it mirrors today’s political climate. Quoting David Fincher, he said, “Great films ask you questions, bad films give you all the answers.” For Vanderbilt, Nuremberg is about questioning ourselves, and what we are capable of.
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