"The Bridge" a German film

"The Bridge" is a German film that plunges us into the last days of the Second World War.

The plot is set in a small town where a group of teenagers are recruited by the army to defend a strategic bridge.

As the war draws to a close and the reality of the conflict becomes clear, the young people are confronted with extreme situations and discover the harsh realities of battle.

The film explores themes of lost innocence, sacrifice and the dehumanisation of war.

With a realistic and emotional approach, "The Bridge" portrays the tragedy of war through the eyes of teenagers, showing how violence can affect and change their lives forever.

The film was acclaimed both nationally and internationally, winning numerous awards and being recognised as a landmark of German cinema.

Its honest and raw approach to war has left a lasting mark on the history of cinema.

Its director and screenwriter Bernhard Wicki crafted an intense and engaging film, notable for its cinematic acuity and concentrated emotional drive.

It is considered among the 17 Greatest German films of all time.

It was nominated for an Oscar and Golden Globe Award 1959 for Best Foreign Language Film.