Before the Fall

Plot Summary

In 1942, Friedrich Weimer's boxing skills get him an appointment to a National Political Academy (NaPolA) – high schools that produce Nazi elite. Over his father's objections, Friedrich enrolls. During his year in seventh column, Friedrich encounters hazing, cruelty, death, and the Nazi code. His friendship with Albrecht, the ascetic son of the area's governor, is central to this education.

Top Cast

Max Riemelt Friedrich Weimer

Tom Schilling Albrecht Stein

Devid Striesow Heinrich Vogler

Joachim Bißmeier Karl Klein

Justus von Dohnányi Heinrich Stein