
The Night of the Generals
Patriotism has been known to have its vicious side.
Directed by Anatole Litvak
Produced by Columbia Pictures, Horizon Pictures
A morally complex wartime thriller that uses a murder investigation to explore the corruption and complicity embedded within military hierarchy and Nazi power structures.
A German intelligence officer investigates a prostitute's killing in Warsaw during World War II. He lands on three major Nazi generals as suspects, two of whom are also involved in a plot to kill Adolf Hitler.
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Does The Night of the Generals end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.
Is The Night of the Generals scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Is The Night of the Generals easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Is The Night of the Generals sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is The Night of the Generals violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
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