The Bridge

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You can stream The Bridge on: The Criterion Channel, Apple TV Store and Amazon Store

1959, Movie, 1h 43min

Bernhard Wicki’s astonishing THE BRIDGE was the first major antiwar film to come out of Germany after World War II, as well as the nation’s first postwar film to be widely shown internationally, even securing an Oscar nomination. Set near the end of the conflict, it follows a group of teenage boys in a small town as they contend with everyday matters like school, girls, and parents, before enlisting as soldiers and being forced to defend their home turf in a confused, terrifying battle. This expressively shot, emotionally bruising drama dared to humanize young German soldiers at a historically tender moment, and proved influential for the coming generation of New German Cinema auteurs.

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Florian Wendorff

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A real anti war movie. Masterpriece!

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The Bridge (1959) is a powerful anti-war film that tells the story of a group of young German boys who are recruited to defend a strategically unimportant bridge during the final days of World War II. Despite their lack of training and experience, the boys are determined to fulfill their duty and defend their country, but as they face the reality of war, they soon realize that their efforts are in vain. The film follows the boys as they struggle to come to terms with the horrors of war and the true cost of their patriotism. With a unique blend of drama, war, and history, The Bridge is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged film that will leave audiences with a lasting impression.

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You can stream The Bridge on: The Criterion Channel Apple TV Store Amazon Store