Review of Downfall (1997) by Kevin K — 08 Apr 2011
Grade: B (84%).
What do we known about Adolf Hitler? He killed Jews for no reason, and tried to conquer Europe. But what happened to Hitler in the end? This is where Downfall comes in to fill in the gap.
Downfall shows Hitler's last ten days of leadership before committing suicide. In this time period, we find out that his loyal generals and high ranks have betrayed him and left their posts when they weren't supposed to. The movie is set in Berlin where Hitler refuses to leave. This bunker is constantly attacked by Russian artillery and the troops are closing in on his position. Hitler decides not to surrender and tries constantly to make up new plans to bring Germany back into winning this war. So many attempts come and fail him in this film that you almost feel sad for him. Then you hear him speak and its horrifying.
Downfall truly shows the good and bad sides of Hitler. He calls everyone traitors but allows them to leave (some of them).
Downfall is a good movie that is a little long for this type of film. Though it you are interested in Hitler's final days of leader of Germany, go see it. It's not a violent as I thought it would be but a great film that documents that Hitler saw his loss coming days before his death.
This review of Downfall (1997) was written by Kevin K on 08 Apr 2011.
Downfall has generally received very positive reviews.
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