Brendan Gleeson and Emma Thompson as Otto and Anna Quangel give outstanding performances in this story of resistance. From the outset the movie's stunning cinematography transports the audience to World War 2 and creates an authentic timepiece. At one point I found it reasonable that Berliners were cheering Germany's war efforts with flags and salutes. It makes one wonder were they oblivious to the ravages of war. The nationalism demonstrated on the streets felt more like a celebration on New Year's eve rather than support for Hitler's regime. This movie certainly has messages for present day nationalistic politics. Some other reviewers found this movie slow-paced in parts, however I thought this added to the well-considered cinema that it is. This movie incites a raft of feelings: anger, tension, horror, tenderness, sadness and more. The performance by Daniel Bruhn as Inspector Escherich is as superb as the 2 main leads. Don't miss it!
Review of Alone in Berlin
