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Cioma Schönhaus, a 21-year-old Jewish man, escapes the Gestapo and saves lives thanks to his ability to forge passports. His other talent is forging his own identity.Cioma Schönhaus, a 21-year-old Jewish man, escapes the Gestapo and saves lives thanks to his ability to forge passports. His other talent is forging his own identity.Cioma Schönhaus, a 21-year-old Jewish man, escapes the Gestapo and saves lives thanks to his ability to forge passports. His other talent is forging his own identity.
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- TriviaIn most serious films of the Nazi era Germans don't say "Heil Hitler" like they used to do entering a shop or meeting someone in the street. If not, they would seem suspicious. In "Der Passfälscher" this greeting is frequently being used.
- GoofsAt around 1:25:30 the scene on the bus is obviously re-enacted with film footage running on a screen to recreate the background. While the inside of the bus and the passengers are in color, the outside world is in black and white and blurry.
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A True Story of Courage and Survival in Nazi Berlin
The Forger is a biographical drama based on the life of Cioma Schönhaus, a Jewish graphic artist who forged documents to help hundreds of people escape the Nazis during World War II. The film follows his daring exploits as he evades capture, falls in love, and enjoys life despite the horrors around him. Louis Hofmann delivers a captivating performance as Cioma, portraying him as a charismatic, witty, and resourceful hero who never loses his zest for life. The film also features a strong supporting cast, including Luna Wedler as Cioma's love interest Lilo, and Jonathan Berlin as his friend and fellow forger Fritz.
The film is directed and written by Maggie Peren, who skillfully balances the tone between suspense, humor, romance, and tragedy. The film does not shy away from showing the brutality of the Nazi regime, but also highlights the resilience and courage of those who resisted it. The film also captures the atmosphere of Berlin in the 1940s, with its vibrant nightlife, cultural diversity, and artistic flair.
The Forger is a compelling and inspiring story that celebrates the power of art, love, and humanity in the face of evil. It is a tribute to Cioma Schönhaus and all those who risked their lives to save others during one of history's darkest periods.
The film is directed and written by Maggie Peren, who skillfully balances the tone between suspense, humor, romance, and tragedy. The film does not shy away from showing the brutality of the Nazi regime, but also highlights the resilience and courage of those who resisted it. The film also captures the atmosphere of Berlin in the 1940s, with its vibrant nightlife, cultural diversity, and artistic flair.
The Forger is a compelling and inspiring story that celebrates the power of art, love, and humanity in the face of evil. It is a tribute to Cioma Schönhaus and all those who risked their lives to save others during one of history's darkest periods.
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- Der Passfälscher
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- Gross US & Canada
- $61,033
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $2,323
- Mar 5, 2023
- Gross worldwide
- $218,449
- Runtime1 hour 56 minutes
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