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If Not Us, Who? (2011)

5.620112h 6mDE
Drama

Directed by Andres Veiel

Rating

5.6/10

Runtime

2h 6m

Language

DE

Release

March 10, 2011

Director

Andres Veiel

Official Trailer

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Overview

In the early 60s, Bernward Vesper and fellow university student Gudrun Ensslin begin a passionate love in the stifling atmosphere of provincial West Germany. Dedicated to the power of the written word, Bernward and Gudrun found a publishing house whose first publication is, paradoxically to many, a ...

Cast

August Diehl

August Diehl

Bernward Vesper

Lena Lauzemis

Lena Lauzemis

Gudrun Ensslin

Alexander Fehling

Alexander Fehling

Andreas Baader

Thomas Thieme

Thomas Thieme

Will Vesper

Imogen Kogge

Imogen Kogge

Rose Vesper

Michael Wittenborn

Michael Wittenborn

Helmut Ensslin

Susanne Lothar

Susanne Lothar

Ilse Ensslin

Sebastian Blomberg

Sebastian Blomberg

Klaus Roehler

Maria Dragus

Maria Dragus

Ruth Ensslin

Vicky Krieps

Vicky Krieps

Dörte

Rainer Bock

Rainer Bock

Verteidiger

Susanne-Marie Wrage

Susanne-Marie Wrage

Anstaltsleiterin

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into If Not Us, Who? (2011), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the early 60s, Bernward Vesper and fellow university student Gudrun Ensslin begin a passionate love in the stifling atmosphere of provincial West Germany. Dedicated to the power of the written word, Bernward and Gudrun found a publishing house whose first publication is, paradoxically to many, a controversial past work of Bernward's ostracized father, an infamous Nazi author. Bernward defends his father's writing ability, even if he is haunted by his father's suspicious past.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of If Not Us, Who?. 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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