Réalisation:
Giacomo BattiatoScénario:
Nicola LusuardiPhotographie:
Florian BallhausMusique:
Gert Wilden Jr.Acteurs·trices:
Klaus Maria Brandauer, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Claire Keim, Stephen Moyer, Giorgio Pasotti, Betty Krestinsky, Thomas Heinze, Thierry Lhermitte (plus)Résumés(1)
En 1942, Gregor Lämmle, un professeur de philosophie, se voit contraint par les nazis de démasquer une résistante, Maria von Gall, qui a le tort de connaître les codes d'accès à des comptes bancaires suisses. Cette mission est un supplice pour l'enseignant, secrètement amoureux de la jeune femme... Un téléfilm britannique en deux parties qui plonge dans les affres de la Seconde Guerre mondiale. (texte officiel du distributeur)
(plus)Critiques (1)
It must be acknowledged that fitting a rather controversial subject about a young genius into a rather serious theme like anti-Nazi activity is a quite risky move. Fortunately, the multi-dimensional plot is very well developed, offering the audience a series of well-timed surprises and twists, for which the director definitely deserves praise. He skillfully balances tension and family sentiment, which thankfully is not overwhelming. Perhaps only the ending is somewhat "sweet," but in a way, it's the only possible conclusion. Surprisingly, I have no objections regarding the performances, and especially the portrayal of the young protagonist is excellent. It's a pity that the most cohesive psychological background was ultimately absorbed by the villain portrayed by Klaus Maria Brandauer. Four stars, with a wink.
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