The Bridge poster

The Bridge (1959)

7.519591h 43mDE
DramaHistoryWar

Directed by Bernhard Wicki

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 43m

Language

DE

Release

October 21, 1959

Director

Bernhard Wicki

Official Trailer

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Overview

A group of German boys are ordered to protect a small bridge in their home village during the waning months of the second world war. Truckloads of defeated, cynical Wehrmacht soldiers flee the approaching American troops, but the boys, full of enthusiasm for the "blood and honor" Nazi ideology, stay...

Top Cast

Folker BohnetFritz WepperMichael HinzFrank GlaubrechtKarl Michael BalzerVolker Lechtenbrink

Cast

Folker Bohnet

Folker Bohnet

Hans Scholten

Fritz Wepper

Fritz Wepper

Albert Mutz

Michael Hinz

Michael Hinz

Walter Forst

Frank Glaubrecht

Frank Glaubrecht

Jurgen Borchert

Karl Michael Balzer

Karl Michael Balzer

Karl Horber

Volker Lechtenbrink

Volker Lechtenbrink

Klaus Hager

Günther Hoffmann

Günther Hoffmann

Sigi Bernhard

Cordula Trantow

Cordula Trantow

Franziska

Wolfgang Stumpf

Wolfgang Stumpf

Stern

Günter Pfitzmann

Günter Pfitzmann

Heilmann

Heinz Spitzner

Heinz Spitzner

Fröhlich

Siegfried Schürenberg

Siegfried Schürenberg

Lieutenant Colonel

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Bridge (1959), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A group of German boys are ordered to protect a small bridge in their home village during the waning months of the second world war. Truckloads of defeated, cynical Wehrmacht soldiers flee the approaching American troops, but the boys, full of enthusiasm for the "blood and honor" Nazi ideology, stay to defend the useless bridge. The film is based on a West German anti-war novel of the same name, written by Gregor Dorfmeister.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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