Complex plot

Rating: 7/10 (4 November 2009)

I've watched over 100 films this year and this by far has the most complicated series of plot twists. Its worth watching. I'm not sure how she survived a bullet to her forehead either. The visual design of the movie is enjoyable too with great sets, wardrobe. In reading IMDb reviews little is mentioned of the actor Sebastian Koch (Muntze) and his character's motives. I think he senses that Germany is going to loose the war, the action takes place in 1944-1945 and meets Ellis in 1945 winter or spring. In any event the acting is superb and Sebastian Koch stands out. He also has a lead in "Lives of Others" also worth checking out. It does have one forgivable flaw common in European films - a short indulgent scene in the middle of the film designed to bring some levity to a heavy situation.