Review of The Lives of Others (2006) by Aniket S — 01 Apr 2010
A masterfully constructed, expertly acted, and completely enamoring story of a Stasi officer in East-Germany before the fall of the Berlin Wall and how he puts his career on the line for an up-and-coming artist who is suspected of dealing with the West.
Not for all tastes, but if you're an art-house film fan, this is definitely for you. Ulrich Muhe (who died shortly after this movie was made) gives what is required of him, which is a subtle but gripping performance.
Not many actors can go two and a half hours and say so little but still have your attention throughout (Richard Jenkins' performance in "The Visitor" comes to mind), but Muhe's character is completely convincing.
One of the best films of 2006 without question (although admittedly I still think "The Departed" and "Children of Men" are slightly better films), and one that should definitely be seen.
This review of The Lives of Others (2006) was written by Aniket S on 01 Apr 2010.
The Lives of Others has generally received very positive reviews.
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