Plot
2008 film by Uli Edel
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Why Watch This
Uli Edel’s sprawling chronicle plunges you into the chaotic world of Germany’s Red Army Faction, blending documentary‑style realism with the tension of a thriller. It offers a gritty, unflinching look at how idealism can spiral into violent extremism, making history feel immediate and visceral.
Best For
History buffs, Political thriller fans, True‑crime enthusiasts, German cinema lovers, Fans of gritty ensemble dramas
The CinePearl Take
The film’s biggest strength is its ensemble, especially Johannes Suhm’s cold, calculating portrayal of Andreas Baader, which anchors the chaos around him. Edel’s pacing shifts from methodical exposition to breath‑less action, mirroring the RAF’s escalation. Thematically, the movie asks unsettling questions about state power, media manipulation, and the seductive allure of radical ideology—issues that still resonate today.
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Cast & Crew
- Director
- Uli Edel
- Cast
- Johannes Suhm, Johanna Bönninghaus, Leopold Hornung, Martin Glade
- Writer
- Bernd Eichinger
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- Released
- 25 Sep 2008
- Language
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- Country
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