The Lives of Others (2006)

Kernel Score: 89% · 4,035 ratings

Genres: Drama, Thriller

Released: 2006-03-23

Runtime: 137 minutes

Overview

In 1984 East Berlin, dedicated Stasi officer Gerd Wiesler begins spying on a famous playwright and his actress-lover Christa-Maria. Wiesler becomes unexpectedly sympathetic to the couple, and faces conflicting loyalties when his superior takes a liking to Christa-Maria.

Director

Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck

Cast