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Law Not War chronicles the life of Benjamin Ferencz, a Hungarian-born Jewish lawyer who fled to the USA as a child. The film details his role as the chief war crime prosecutor in the Nuremberg Trials from 1945 to 1949, where he played a significant part in holding Nazi leaders accountable for their actions during World War II.
The documentary also covers Ferencz's contributions to the establishment of the International Criminal Court, which officially came into force in 2002. Through his experiences and legal battles, the film presents a narrative about the importance of law in the context of war and justice.
Why Watch
- •Meet Benjamin Ferencz, a key figure in war crime prosecutions.
- •See the Nuremberg Trials through the eyes of a chief prosecutor.
- •Find out how the International Criminal Court was established.
Did You Know
•Benjamin Ferencz was the chief war crime prosecutor at the Nuremberg Trials from 1945 to 1949.
•The International Criminal Court, which Ferencz helped found, entered into force in 2002.
•Ferencz fled to the USA as a child, escaping from Hungary.
Perfect For
War crime historyNuremberg TrialsInternational law