The Wave poster

The Wave (2008)

"Their teacher became their leader. His students became his soldiers."

7.520081h 47mDE
DramaThriller

Directed by Dennis Gansel

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

DE

Release

March 13, 2008

Director

Dennis Gansel

Official Trailer

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Overview

A school teacher discusses types of government with his class. His students find it too boring to repeatedly go over national socialism and believe that dictatorship cannot be established in modern Germany. He starts an experiment to show how easily the masses can become manipulated.

Cast

Jürgen Vogel

Jürgen Vogel

Rainer Wenger

Frederick Lau

Frederick Lau

Tim

Max Riemelt

Max Riemelt

Marco

Jennifer Ulrich

Jennifer Ulrich

Karo

Christiane Paul

Christiane Paul

Anke Wenger

Elyas M'Barek

Elyas M'Barek

Sinan

Cristina do Rego

Cristina do Rego

Lisa

Jacob Matschenz

Jacob Matschenz

Dennis

Maximilian Vollmar

Maximilian Vollmar

Bomber

Tim Oliver Schultz

Tim Oliver Schultz

Jens

Amelie Kiefer

Amelie Kiefer

Mona

Max Mauff

Max Mauff

Kevin

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Wave (2008), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A school teacher discusses types of government with his class. His students find it too boring to repeatedly go over national socialism and believe that dictatorship cannot be established in modern Germany. He starts an experiment to show how easily the masses can become manipulated.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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