Review of Downfall (1997) by Jeff Z — 08 Jul 2010
Der Untergang is a terrific look at the last ten days of Adolph Hitler. This a well acted, and directed drama / war film with a great cast. A brilliant and dramatic film der untergang is a film about the fall of Hitler's Third Reich, and what makes this film such a powerful viewing is that its a film film told by Germans.
Bruno Ganz is superb in the role of Adolph Hitler, and he truly brings the man alive in his portrayal. What makes Downfall such a unique viewing experience is that it tells the story on Hitler's side of things, something that most film studios never gave too much attention to.
Here we get a film about a once powerful man whos quickly losing the war and he's losing his mind. Downfall doesn't sympathize with Hitler, it just gives a harrowing, and disturbing look into his failed final days.
This review of Downfall (1997) was written by Jeff Z on 08 Jul 2010.
Downfall has generally received very positive reviews.
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