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Axel Prahl to portray Auschwitz physician in film Block 10
German actor Axel Prahl, widely recognized for his long-running role in the crime series Tatort, will portray Carl Clauberg in the upcoming film Block 10. The film, scheduled for release on November 5, depicts the historical atrocities committed at the Auschwitz concentration camp.
The narrative focuses on the medical experiments conducted within the Block 10 building complex, specifically targeting Jewish women in attempts to induce infertility. The production relies on historical documentation and witness testimonies to maintain accuracy regarding these events, which resulted in numerous deaths.
Prahl described the role as one of the most significant of his career, noting the psychological difficulty of portraying a figure responsible for such crimes. He stated that the film serves as a vital warning against forgetting history, a message he believes is relevant across Germany and Europe.