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NVA (2005)

5.520051h 34mDE
Comedy

Directed by Leander Haußmann

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

DE

Release

September 29, 2005

Director

Leander Haußmann

Overview

Somewhere in the GDR, in 1988: young soldier Henrik Heidler starts his service in the National People's Army, a whole new world. Together with the weighty troublemaker Krüger, Heidler and his fellow soldiers try to somehow do their time between old hands and bureaucrats. It's not always fun, because...

Cast

Kim Frank

Kim Frank

Henrik Heidler

Oliver Bröcker

Oliver Bröcker

Krüger

Detlev Buck

Detlev Buck

Oberst Kalt

Jasmin Schwiers

Jasmin Schwiers

Marie Kalt

Annika Kuhl

Annika Kuhl

Schwester Sonja

Ignaz Kirchner

Ignaz Kirchner

Hauptfeldwebel Futterknecht

Maxim Mehmet

Maxim Mehmet

Unteroffizier Aurich

Robert Gwisdek

Robert Gwisdek

Traubewein

Philippe Graber

Philippe Graber

Stadlmair

Daniel Zillmann

Daniel Zillmann

Mischke

Torsten Michaelis

Torsten Michaelis

Hauptmann Stummel

Uwe Dag Berlin

Uwe Dag Berlin

Oberfähnrich Lenk

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into NVA (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Somewhere in the GDR, in 1988: young soldier Henrik Heidler starts his service in the National People's Army, a whole new world. Together with the weighty troublemaker Krüger, Heidler and his fellow soldiers try to somehow do their time between old hands and bureaucrats. It's not always fun, because the superiors are annoying with socialist propaganda from the day before yesterday, the material and equipment is scarce and not exactly new, while morale is at rock bottom. His relationship with his girlfriend isn't holding up either. But then Heidler meets Marie, the daughter of commander Kalt of all people, and falls in love. And then, at some point, the Wall comes down and everything changes ... for everyone in the NVA!

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of NVA. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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