Dr. Christian Szell is the primary antagonist of the film Marathon Man. A Nazi dentist with a penchant for torture, Szell seeks information on reacquiring a stash of diamonds he is hiding from federal agents. In order to protect his secrets, he is willing to kidnap, torture, and murder anyone getting in his way. Szell is portrayed by veteran actor Sir Laurence Olivier.
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Doctor Christian Szell
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