Downfall
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Downfall

In April of 1945, Germany stands at the brink of defeat with the Soviet Armies closing in from the west and south. In Berlin, capital of the Third Rei...ch, Adolf Hitler proclaims that Germany will still achieve victory and orders his Generals and advisers to fight to the last man. "Downfall" explores these final days of the Reich, where senior German leaders (such as Himmler and Goring) began defecting from their beloved Fuhrer, in an effort to save their own lives, while still others (Joseph Goebbels) pledge to die with Hitler. Hitler, himself, degenerates into a paranoid shell of a man, full of optimism one moment and suicidal depression the next. When the end finally does comes, and Hitler lies dead by his own hand, what is left of his military must find a way to end the killing that is the Battle of Berlin, and lay down their arms in surrender. Show More

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In the movie Downfall set in April 1945, Germany is on the verge of defeat as the Soviet Armies close in on Berlin. Adolf Hitler, the leader of the Third Reich, refuses to accept defeat and declares that Germany will still achieve victory. He orders his Generals and advisers to fight till the end. The film delves into the final days of the Reich, showcasing how senior German leaders like Himmler and Goring defect from Hitler's side in a desperate attempt to save their own lives.

As the situation worsens, Hitler's mental state deteriorates rapidly. He swings between moments of optimism and episodes of suicidal depression. However, loyal followers like Joseph Goebbels pledge to die alongside Hitler. The movie also explores the Battle of Berlin, where the remaining German military personnel must find a way to end the killings and surrender after Hitler's death by suicide.

Downfall provides a gripping and intense portrayal of the last days of Hitler's regime, showcasing the internal conflicts and struggles faced by his high-ranking officials. With the Soviet forces closing in, the film highlights the desperate measures taken by some to ensure their survival, while others remain fiercely loyal to the doomed cause. Ultimately, the movie demonstrates the devastating consequences of Hitler's delusions and the horrors of war.

Also Known As:

Der Untergang