Die Sieger

"Die Sieger" is one great action and suspense thriller. There's an interesting plot, good acting, real life characters and a lot of action. I went to see it the week it came out and I was VERY impressed. I recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys "Die Hard"-type, intelligent and well done movie-entertainment. Dominik Graf, I want more of this.

I think this movie is one of the greatest movies that about special forces.People who think that cast is bad and actings are not real, the dont know about real special forces.

Graf's masterpiece is a rare example of German moviemakers' capabilities to produce real action stuff. Engaging a top cast of young German actresses and actors, he made a thrilling movie about secret agents, politicians and - yes - even some erotics.

The movies plot is based on the episode "Über dem Abgrund" from the German tV-show "Der Fahnder" starring Klaus Wennemann, directed by Dominik Graf, written by Günter Schüttauf. Before shooting "Die Sieger" Graf an Schüttauf spent several months researching SEK-tactics to make the film more realistic. Both the movie and the TV-episode are very realistic and critical comments about police methods, so everyone hating German police should love the movie.

Well the title actually suggest "Winners" - but if that were always true there would be no reason to watch. No incentive, no friction and no tension. Having said all that and even with the director stating that he wasn't trying to copy or imitate Hollywood movies, you would be excused if you feel a bit differently. Although nudity would be a bit of a no go there (at least in the bigger blockbuster movies).

A lot of action, a lot of characters in the mix, but still makes sense and a story that is easy to follow. I recently watched the Directors cut of the movie. The newly inserted scenes stood out - because of the inferior quality (video). But the scenes overall really fit in. Also since they are so distinguishable, you can understand what the movie looked like in the shorter cut. Most apparent in one scene early on, where the normal cut showed the main character with a band aid and you just didn't know or got an explanation where he got it from. You will in the longer cut. Movie works either way, but it's a nice addition and adds to the whole experience.

Very well made and really well played - not just for a German movie.