Review of The Lives of Others (2006) by David Ansen for Newsweek — 07 Dec 2011
It's hard to believe this is von Donnersmarck's first feature. His storytelling gifts have the novelistic richness of a seasoned master. The accelerating plot twists are more than just clever surprises; they reverberate with deep and painful ironies, creating both suspense and an emotional impact all the more powerful because it creeps up so quietly.
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This review of The Lives of Others (2006) was written by David Ansen and published by Newsweek on 07 Dec 2011.
The Lives of Others has generally received very positive reviews.
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