Storyline
In 1942, Friedrich Weimer's boxing skills get him an appointment to a National Political Academy (NaPolA) – high schools that produce Nazi elite. Over his father's objections, Friedrich enrolls. During his year in seventh column, Friedrich encounters hazing, cruelty, death, and the Nazi code. His friendship with Albrecht, the ascetic son of the area's governor, is central to this education.
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Cast & Crew
Max Riemelt
Friedrich Weimer
Tom Schilling
Albrecht Stein
Devid Striesow
Heinrich Vogler
Joachim Bißmeier
Karl Klein
Justus von Dohnányi
Heinrich Stein
Michael Schenk
Josef Peiner
Florian Stetter
Justus von Jaucher
Alexander Held
Friedrich's Father
Sissy Höfferer
Friedrich's Mother
Jonas Jägermeyr
Christoph Schneider
Leon A. Kersten
Tjaden
Claudia Michelsen
Mrs. Stein
Frequently Asked Questions
Before the Fall was released on July 4, 2004.
The runtime of Before the Fall is 1h 57m.
Before the Fall is a Drama movie.
Before the Fall has a rating of 7.0 out of 10 on TMDB.
Before the Fall is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Before the Fall was directed by Dennis Gansel.
The main cast of Before the Fall includes Max Riemelt, Tom Schilling, Devid Striesow.
Before the Fall is originally in German.