Sophie Scholl: The Final Days (2006)
90%RT Audience Score: 88%
Awards & Nominations: Nominated for 1 Oscar
22 wins & 13 nominations total
Review 1: “This movie was terrible. The acting was bad, the plot was boring, and the special effects were laughable. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.”
Review 2: “I found this cinematic endeavor to be a most lamentable experience. The thespian performances were lackluster, the narrative was insipid, and the visual effects were so preposterous as to elicit mirth rather than awe. I cannot in good conscience suggest this film to any discerning viewer.”
Review 3: “This movie was a complete waste of time. The acting was wooden, the story was predictable, and the special effects were subpar. Save yourself the trouble and skip this one.”
Review 4: “Alas, this motion picture proved to be a most egregious squandering of one’s precious time. The histrionic displays were as stiff as a board, the plot was as foreseeable as the sunrise, and the visual effects were as unimpressive as a child’s finger painting. I implore you, dear reader, to abstain from this cinematic atrocity.”
New Review: “As I sat in the theater, I was struck by the overwhelming sense of ennui that permeated the room. The thespian performances were as flat as a pancake, the narrative was as trite as a Hallmark card, and the visual effects were as convincing as a politician’s promises. It was as if the filmmakers had taken a paint-by-numbers approach to creating this cinematic disaster. I cannot in good conscience recommend this film to anyone with an iota of taste or discernment. Save your time and money, and opt for a more stimulating form of entertainment, such as watching paint dry or grass grow.
Review 1: “The acting in this movie was superb. The characters were well-developed and the plot was engaging. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.”
Review 2: “I loved the cinematography in this film. The shots were beautifully composed and the use of color was stunning. It was like watching a work of art come to life.”
Review 3: “The soundtrack for this movie was incredible. The music perfectly captured the mood of each scene and added an extra layer of emotion to the story.”
New Review: “Holy cow, this movie was a rollercoaster ride of emotions! The acting was so good, I felt like I was right there with the characters. And don’t even get me started on the cinematography – it was like watching a painting come to life! But the real MVP was the soundtrack. I mean, I was tapping my foot and humming along the whole time. Overall, this movie was a masterpiece and I can’t wait to watch it again (and again and again).
Production Company(ies)
Walt Disney Pictures, Marvel Studios,
Distributor
NA
Release Type
Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
Ludwig Maximillian University, Munich, Germany
MPAA / Certificate
Not Rated
Year of Release
2005
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Digital
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:NA
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Language(s):German
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Country of origin:Germany
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Release date:NA
Genre(s)
Drama
Keyword(s)
Sophie Scholl, Die letzten Tage, German film, historical drama, World War II, Nazi Germany, White Rose resistance movement, true story, Sophie Scholl, Julia Jentsch, starring, directed by Marc Rothemund, written by Fred Breinersdorfer, produced by Sven Burgemeister, box office performance, budget, critical acclaim, reviewed by Roger Ebert, reviewed by Peter Travers, reviewed by A.O Scott, reviewed by Manohla Dargis, reviewed by Kenneth Turan, reviewed by Lisa Schwarzbaum, reviewed by David Ansen, reviewed by Stephanie Zacharek, reviewed by Mick LaSalle, reviewed by Ann Hornaday, reviewed by Ty Burr, reviewed by Claudia Puig, reviewed by Joe Morgenstern, reviewed by Owen Gleiberman, reviewed by Richard Roeper, reviewed by Scott Foundas, reviewed by Todd McCarthy, reviewed by Ella Taylor, reviewed by Carrie Rickey, reviewed by Desson Thomson, reviewed by J Hoberman, MPAA rating, German cinema, resistance, courage, bravery, execution, Gestapo, interrogation, prison, trial, execution, martyrdom, historical accuracy, political activism, non-violent resistance, moral courage, human rights, freedom, oppression, persecution, totalitarianism, dictatorship, fascism, anti-Semitism
Worldwide gross: $10,804,315
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $16,465,596
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,787
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 1,795,594
US/Canada gross: $680,331
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $1,036,813
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,185
US/Canada opening weekend: $17,310
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $26,380
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,420
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Gerald Alexander Held – Robert Mohr
Fabian Hinrichs – Hans Scholl
Johannes Suhm – Christoph Probst
Jörg Hube – Roland Freisler
André Hennicke – Hartmut Volmer
Florian Stetter – Willi Graf
Maximilian Brückner – Alexander Schmorell
Johanna Gastdorf – Else Gebel
Petra Kelling – Magdalena Scholl
Franz Staber – Werner Scholl
Lilli Jung – Gisela Schertling
Wolfgang Pregler – Heinrich Himmler
Birgit Minichmayr – Traute Lafrenz
Alexander Held – Professor Huber
Johannes Klaußner – Fritz Hartnagel
Martin Brambach – Gestapo Man
Lea Draeger – Anneliese Knoop-Graf
Maria Hofstätter – Frau Scholl
Sophie Rois – Else Gebel
Director – Marc Rothemund
Writer – Fred Breinersdorfer
Producer – Sven Burgemeister
Producer – Christoph Müller
Producer – Marc Rothemund
Cinematographer – Martin Langer
Editor – Hans Funck
Composer – Reinhold Heil
Composer – Johnny Klimek
Director(s)
NA
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
NA
Film Festivals
Cannes
Awards & Nominations
Nominated for 1 Oscar
22 wins & 13 nominations total
Academy Awards
Oscar Nominees
Plot
The Final Days is the true story of Germany’s most famous anti-Nazi heroine brought to life. Sophie Scholl is the fearless activist of the underground student resistance group, The White Rose. Using historical records of her incarceration, the film re-creates the last six days of Sophie Scholl’s life: a journey from arrest to interrogation, trial and sentence in 1943 Munich. Unwavering in her convictions and loyalty to her comrades, her cross-examination by the Gestapo quickly escalates into a searing test of wills as Scholl delivers a passionate call to freedom and personal responsibility that is both haunting and timeless.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
The film “Sophie Scholl: The Final Days” has a 91% approval rating on Fresh Kernels, indicating that it is generally well-received by critics.
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