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Anatomy for Beginners (2005): Cast

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Anatomy for Beginners is a 2005 documentary directed by David Coleman, starring Gunther von Hagens, Dennis Lau and John A. Lee. It runs 4 hours 10 minutes.

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Anatomy for Beginners (2005) movie poster
Runtime
4h 10m (250 min)
Director
David Coleman
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Anatomy for Beginners About?

The premise of Anatomy for Beginners without spoilers.

A four‑part series that aired on Channel 4 in 2005, created by Gunther von Hagens and presented with Professor John Lee. Filmed at von Hagens’ Institute for Plastination in Heidelberg, it showcases public anatomy demonstrations using real human cadavers, live nude models and plastinated specimens. The bodies were donated voluntarily to his donor programme, and the show presents rapid autopsy‑style examinations rather than the slow, formal dissections used in medical training.

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Cast & crew

Anatomy for Beginners Cast & Characters

Gunther von Hagens leads the cast, with Dennis Lau as Anatomical Model and John A. Lee. Directed by David Coleman.

Details

Anatomy for Beginners Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “解剖學入門” and “基础解剖学”.

Also known as
  • 解剖學入門
  • 基础解剖学

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Anatomy for Beginners FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Director

Runtime, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Anatomy for Beginners, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Anatomy for Beginners?

Anatomy for Beginners runs 4 hours 10 minutes (250 minutes).

Who directed Anatomy for Beginners?

Anatomy for Beginners was directed by David Coleman.

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Who is in the cast of Anatomy for Beginners?

Anatomy for Beginners stars Gunther von Hagens, Dennis Lau as Anatomical Model and John A. Lee.

Does Anatomy for Beginners have a post-credit scene?

No. Anatomy for Beginners has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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