Bonhoeffer: Agent of Grace

No doubts, an admirable film. For performance and for for the wise use of low budget to propose not only a biopic about Dietrich Bonhoeffer but a fair remind of fundamental values defining our society, the danger , in its different forms, the moral dilemma of a brilliant teologian and the sacrifice for save the other and the sense of a time. Sure, many critics are valable but the film is just decent and seductive for the inspired exploration of a difficult subject, easy to be prey of pathetic temptations. It is a sketch and a profound religious film because the essence of the work of Bonhoeffer is to serve God being profound helpful to His believers . A film about moral, maybe too simple for many tastes but real honest. Short, just an admirable portrait of a man and, in some serious measure, portrait of our times.

Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a true Christian, a theologian, a spy for Allies and a great person, who dared to stay in Nazi Germany and preach what he believed was true - The Word Of God. We all know this sad story, so there is no spoiler here, the movie shows tragic events of 1939-1945 Germany, with all the evils of Hitler's regime, oppression, executions, glaring false propaganda, and above all - the inevitability of death penalty. This is a very decent film, almost a documentary in its delivery, with swift pace through the war years and all main events depicted well and sorely truthful. Chilling evil of Nazi regime is shown extremely realistic, and the tragedy of those few who dared to murder Hitler is all the more naked and fragile. The weaker side is a low budget and it shows, also, a little bit amateurish performance of some actors is evident in several scenes. These weaknesses aside, the film is good and must be watched as a great example of Godly man fight

This film was made by a small production company and most of the actors are unfamiliar. However, in spite of this, the film is a well-made drama about an amazing man of faith, Dietrich Bonhoeffer. He was a German Lutheran minister who managed to make a nuisance of himself--and as a result he spent the last part of WWII in prison awaiting execution.

Overall, this is a very good film and was a treat as a historical and religious film--though its Biblical message is not even close to heavy-handed or preachy (so anyone can enjoy it and its message). The acting, sets and direction were also quite good. My only reservation concerns the tempo of the film--it is very, very slow-paced and low-key. Some might be put off by this, but if you can get through this you'll likely enjoy learning about this interesting man. Not great, but very good--especially with such a small budget.

By the way, I did a tiny bit of research about this man and was surprised to see that the actor playing him actually looked very, very much like Bonhoeffer.

In an age where genuine concern for others seems to be conspicuous by its absence this spare yet profoundly moving film gives us a glimpse of a great spirit. Christian or not, it's essential viewing. Theologian Bonhoeffer was a man for all seasons, following the voice of his conscience to the end. The recent release of this film makes one wonder why it took so long to have Bonhoeffers story retold on the screen. He could have escaped from the Nazis but chose to stay with his people, helping wherever he could. Right through the film we find ourselves asking what we would do in the same situation? This story is rich food for thought and discussion.

This is one of those true stories that make your stomach churn.

A Pastor gets hung by Nazis's. Bad things happen to good people; even one's with the best of intentions.

If you expect a Hollywood blockbuster, you will be disappointed. If you expect a movie done on a low budget, but still looks OK, then you will enjoy this one.

This is a good movie. Sure, they could have done more. But they have done enough to get the point across.

People die for the right causes. They choose to die with a good conscience than live with a "yellow" one. This man deserves our attention and admiration.

See the film with this attitude, and you will be rewarded; if not, you'll be disappointed.