Before the Fall(2004)

In 1942, Friedrich Weimer's boxing skills get him an appointment to a National Political Academy (NaPolA) – high schools that produce Nazi elite. Over his father's objections, Friedrich enrolls. During his year in seventh column,Friedrich encounters hazing, cruelty, death, and the Nazi code. His friendship with Albrecht, the ascetic son of the area's governor, is central to this education.

Genre: Drama

Director: Dennis Gansel

Actors: Max Riemelt, Tom Schilling, Jonas Jägermeyr, Leon A. Kersten, Thomas Drechsel, Martin Goeres, Florian Stetter, Devid Striesow, Joachim Bißmeier, Michael Schenk

Release date: 2004-07-04

Country of origin: Germany

Length: 1h 57m

Ratings:

• 7.4/10
• 67%
• 65/100