Das Experiment

by James Thomson

This psychological thriller from 2001 was inspired by the infamous Stanford Prison Experiment, wherein male subjects are hired to play the roles of guards and prisoners in a simulated jail for two weeks while their behaviours are monitored. Though not without some minor flaws, this shocking, provocative study of human nature is well-acted and replete with emotion, action, and style. Fans of Run Lola Run take heed!

Interview with director Oliver Hirschbeigel from indieWIRE
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