The Bridge
Die Brücke
Synopsis
A group of German boys is ordered to protect a small bridge in their home village during the waning months of the second world war. Truckloads of defeated, cynical Wehrmacht soldiers flee the approaching American troops, but the boys, full of enthusiasm for the "blood and honor" Nazi ideology, stay to defend the useless bridge.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wolfgang Panzer
- Screenplay & Story
- Wolfgang Kirchner
- Original Title
- Die Brücke
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wolfgang Panzer
Wolfgang Kirchner
Wolfgang Herold
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Wolfgang Panzer
Director
Wolfgang Herold
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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What is The Bridge about?
A group of German boys is ordered to protect a small bridge in their home village during the waning months of the second world war. Truckloads of defeated, cynical Wehrmacht soldiers flee the approaching American troops, but the boys, full of enthusiasm for the "blood and honor" Nazi ideology, stay to defend the useless bridge.
Who directed The Bridge?
The Bridge was directed by Wolfgang Panzer.
Who stars in The Bridge?
The principal cast of The Bridge includes François Goeske, Franka Potente, Lars Steinhöfel, Robert Höller, Paula Schramm.
When was The Bridge released and how long is it?
The Bridge was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Bridge?
The Bridge holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).