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The Ogre (1996)

6.319961h 53mDE
DramaWar

Directed by Volker Schlöndorff

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 53m

Language

DE

Release

September 12, 1996

Director

Volker Schlöndorff

Official Trailer

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Overview

Frenchman Abel Tiffauges is a naive man who lives a simple life working as a mechanic. Falsely accused of being a child abuser, he is recruited as a soldier when World War II begins, but is captured soon and taken to the heart of Nazi Germany.

Cast

John Malkovich

John Malkovich

Abel

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Count von Kaltenborn

Gottfried John

Gottfried John

Chief Forester

Marianne Sägebrecht

Marianne Sägebrecht

Frau Netta

Volker Spengler

Volker Spengler

Fieldmarshall Hermann Göring

Heino Ferch

Heino Ferch

SS Officer Raufeisen

Dieter Laser

Dieter Laser

Professor Blättchen

Agnès Soral

Agnès Soral

Rachel

Sasha Hanau

Sasha Hanau

Martine

Vernon Dobtcheff

Vernon Dobtcheff

Lawyer

Simon McBurney

Simon McBurney

Brigadier

Ilja Smoljanski

Ilja Smoljanski

Ephraim

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Ogre (1996), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Frenchman Abel Tiffauges is a naive man who lives a simple life working as a mechanic. Falsely accused of being a child abuser, he is recruited as a soldier when World War II begins, but is captured soon and taken to the heart of Nazi Germany.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Ogre. 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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