One of the most gripping and authentic war movies ever made. Based on an autobiographical novel by a German World War II photographer, the film follows the lives of a fearless U-Boat captain and his inexperienced crew. The movie's power comes from its riveting, epic battle scenes and details of the hours spent waiting for orders or signs of the enemy. The cinematographer makes the sub's grimy, claustrophobic interior come to vivid life. Don Kaye, All Movie Guide. 1 disc. Stars Jurgen Prochnow, Herbert Gronemeyer, Klaus Wennemann, Hubertus Bengsch, Martin Semmelrogge. Directed by Wolfgang Petersen. Run time 209 minutes. Rated PG. Made in USA. |