The Angelmakers

2005 | 33 minutes | 3.5 ★ (2)

The Angelmakers
  • Overview

    The Angelmakers is a 2005 documentary that provides insight into the epidemic of arsenic murders by women, known as The Angel Makers of Nagyrév, in 1929. The film is shot on location in the rural Hungarian village of Nagyrév, alternating between portraits of the surrounding landscape and first-hand narrations by the elderly inhabitants.

  • Release Date

    24 November 2005

  • DirectingAstrid Bussink
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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