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.

• DirectorDennis Gansel
• Release4 July 2004
• GenreDrama
• Duration1h 57m
• Budget$4,500,000
• Revenue$3,764,219
• Rate
  

  7.024
  332 reviews
• Productions

  Seven Pictures, Constantin Film, OLGA FILM