Before the Fall
2004, German. Directed by Dennis Gansel.
Men make history. We make the men.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Dennis GanselDirector
- Max RiemeltFriedrich Weimer
- Tom SchillingAlbrecht Stein
- Devid StriesowHeinrich Vogler
- Joachim BißmeierKarl Klein
- Justus von DohnányiHeinrich Stein
- Michael SchenkJosef Peiner
- Florian StetterJustus von Jaucher
- Alexander HeldFriedrich's Father
- Sissy HöffererFriedrich's Mother
- Jonas JägermeyrChristoph Schneider
- Leon A. KerstenTjaden
- Claudia MichelsenMrs. Stein
Details
- Released
- 4 July 2004
- Original title
- Napola - Elite für den Führer
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Maggie Peren, Dennis Gansel
- Budget
- $4.5M
- Box office
- $3.8M
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Before the Fall: quick answers
Is Before the Fall worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 384 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Before the Fall?
Before the Fall runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does Before the Fall have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Before the Fall. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Before the Fall suitable for kids?
Before the Fall is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like Before the Fall?
If you liked Before the Fall, try Europa Europa, The Book Thief, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas.
Who directed Before the Fall?
Before the Fall (2004) was directed by Dennis Gansel and stars Max Riemelt, Tom Schilling, Devid Striesow.