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The Wave

By Dennis Gansel

2008

1h47

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7.8/10

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2.8/5

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4.0/5

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Synopsis

A school teacher discusses types of government with his class. His students find it too boring to repeatedly go over national socialism and believe that dictatorship cannot be established in modern Germany. He starts an experiment to show how easily the masses can become manipulated.

Community Reviews

Viewers find 'The Wave' a compelling psychological thriller that effectively explores the dangers of authoritarianism through a classroom experiment. The film's portrayal of how easily individuals can be swayed into extreme behaviors resonates deeply, with strong performances enhancing its impact. However, some feel the character development is rushed and the escalation of events sometimes lacks depth, leaving a sense of incompleteness despite the powerful message.

👍 Strong performances enhance the film's impact.

👎 Some character developments feel rushed.

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Reviews and Comments

19 reviews
Lilith Slm
Lilithrated ★ 9/10
December 3, 2025

Rated 9/10 by cass

Iman Ulichnowski
Imanrated ★ 5/10
February 6, 2025

Pas mal, mais quelques incohérences, ça se voit que c’est inspiré d’un livre et qu’ils ont condensé car le film fait seulement 1h30.

Yasminette
Yasminetterated ★ 6/10
June 23, 2024

Ce film qui semble léger au début fait VRAIMENT l’effet d’une vague jusqu’à nous emporter à la fin… Ce n’est pas le meilleur drame que j’ai vu de ma vie mais je l’ai vraiment apprécié. Voir la sensibilité et la réceptivité de chaque profil à l’exercice était très interessant !

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Arthurrated ★ 7/10
March 22, 2026

CD
Crated ★ 7/10
March 4, 2026

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Kyararated ★ 9/10
December 23, 2025

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Antoinerated ★ 9/10
December 8, 2025

clara debade
clararated ★ 8/10
September 23, 2025

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