Das Experiment

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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