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8.6 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 9 Ratings

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  1. richardk.
    Jun 1, 2005
    9
    I thought this was an extraordinary film presenting a little known aspect of the Nazi period. I found it totally captivating and the performances were superb. It was almost too reaIistic in its depiction of yet another horrible chapter in the Hitler era.
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  2. JoshE.
    Jun 3, 2005
    7
    Although a powerful subject, the story only glosses over the effects of being released from hell and knowing you may return in a few days. Powerful acting by the same man who played a villian in DOWNFALL.
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  3. howardb.
    Jul 19, 2005
    9
    Powerful, thought-provoking film that explores the priest's personal dilemma as well as the larger issue of church-nazi relations.
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  4. GeraldB.
    Feb 24, 2006
    10
    A courageous film boasting an extraordinary performance by Ulrich Matthes, one of Germany's best actors. This is not just another concentration camp film; its focus is on a rarely mentioned persecuted group of prisoners— Catholic priests who refused to accept the Nazi political, ethical perspective and actively worked against it.
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  5. FernandoC.
    Dec 26, 2007
    9
    Very inspiring movie, about true values, faithfulness, courage, virtue in general. This is what many holy priests have done, and their lives continue to be a source of inspiration for many.
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  6. LynaH.
    Apr 29, 2008
    8
    Very emotional, and informative.
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  7. Gert
    Jul 24, 2005
    9
    A stunning performance. Framed in an historically authentic setting, the philosopical ideas espoused and argued by the protagonists,the and ethical choices open to them, draw the audience into the film. A profoundly thoughtful film.
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Metascore
67 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 16
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  1. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Kirk Honeycutt
    50
    The film is thought-provoking but not terribly involving.
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  2. Variety
    Reviewed by: Derek Elley
    80
    A thoughtfully written drama of ideas with vivid performances by August Diehl and Ulrich Matthes.
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  3. The New Yorker
    Reviewed by: David Denby
    80
    Powerful, concise, fully sustained.
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