2004
7.0 (337 votes)
1h 57m
Genres
Drama
Production Companies
Seven Pictures
Constantin Film
OLGA FILM
Constantin Film
OLGA FILM
Before the Fall (Napola - Elite für den Führer)
Men make history. We make the men.
Overview
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.
Key Crew
Director: Dennis Gansel
Producer: Molly von Fürstenberg, Viola Jäger, Harald Kügler
Director of Photography: Torsten Breuer
Writer: Maggie Peren, Dennis Gansel
Top Cast
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Before The Fall (Napola) - Trailer
