About The Devil Next Door

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About

The Devil Next Door is a gripping and thought-provoking social and cultural documentary series that was released on Netflix in 2019. The series delves deep into the life of John Demjanjuk, a Ukrainian-American accused of being a Nazi concentration camp guard named Ivan the Terrible. The show explores the legal battle and subsequent trial that took place in the late 1980s and early 1990s, as well as the impact it had on both Demjanjuk's family and survivors of the Holocaust.

Making / Production

The Devil Next Door is a collaborative effort between the filmmakers Yossi Bloch and Daniel Sivan. They spent years researching and assembling the extensive archival footage and conducting interviews with key individuals involved in the case. The series combines these interviews, courtroom footage, and reenactments to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrayal of the events surrounding Demjanjuk's trial.

Actors

• John Demjanjuk - Played by Himself
• Defense Attorney Mark O'Connor - Played by Himself
• Prosecutor Jonathan Drimmer - Played by Himself
• Israeli Investigator Eli Gabay - Played by Himself
• Survivor Miklos Roth - Played by Himself

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Devil Next Door was originally released as a five-part series, but was then recut into four episodes for its Netflix release.
• The trial of John Demjanjuk was one of the largest and most publicized war crimes trials in history.
• The series includes footage from various sources, including the actual trial, news reports, and interviews.
• The show sparked controversy and debate regarding the validity of the evidence against Demjanjuk and the process of justice.

Awards

The Devil Next Door has not received any major awards as of now.

Quotes

• "I have no doubt that the person who lived in my house was not John Demjanjuk." - John Demjanjuk
• "I am absolutely sure that John Demjanjuk is Ivan the Terrible." - Survivor Miklos Roth
• "Everyone was so sure of themselves, but I don't believe that justice was served." - Defense Attorney Mark O'Connor

Music / Soundtrack

• The Devil Next Door features an intense and haunting score that adds to the overall atmosphere of the series.
• The soundtrack includes a mix of original compositions and carefully selected songs that enhance the emotional impact of the story.