

Before the Fall
Original Title: “Napola - Elite für den Führer”
“Men make history. We make the men.”
Overview
In 1942, Friedrich Weimer's boxing skills get him an appointment to a National Political Academy (NaPolA) – high schools that produce Nazi elite. Over his father's objections, Friedrich enrolls. During his year in seventh column, Friedrich encounters hazing, cruelty, death, and the Nazi code. His friendship with Albrecht, the ascetic son of the area's governor, is central to this education.
Top Cast

Max Riemelt
Friedrich Weimer

Tom Schilling
Albrecht Stein

Devid Striesow
Heinrich Vogler

Joachim Bißmeier
Karl Klein

Justus von Dohnányi
Heinrich Stein

Michael Schenk
Josef Peiner

Florian Stetter
Justus von Jaucher

Alexander Held
Friedrich's Father

Sissy Höfferer
Friedrich's Mother

Jonas Jägermeyr
Christoph Schneider
Leon A. Kersten
Tjaden

Claudia Michelsen
Mrs. Stein
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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