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Rating: 7.20/10 from 98 votes

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Spring 1945 in a small town on the Baltic Sea. At the beach, 15-year-old Günter (Gert Krause-Melzer) and a Russian foreign worker of the same age (Viktor Perewalow) find a dead soldier. Shortly after, Günter, who still believes in the final victory, and a group of young people chase the escaped young Russian through the forest. While Günter confronts him and urges him to surrender, the village policeman (Hans Hardt-Hardtloff) shoots the Russian. Proudly, Günter accepts the Iron Cross and volunteers for frontline duty, even though his father (Rolf Ludwig) has already fallen in the war. Neither his girlfriend Christine (Dorothea Meissner) nor his mother (Lissy Tempelhof) can dissuade him. On his first mission, he is picked up by a Soviet military patrol. However, when their jeep hits a mine, Günter is the only survivor and flees home. He hides in Christine's parents' house, but returns to his mother when Christine's father (Norbert Christian) takes his own life out of fear of the approaching Russian troops. Shortly after the Soviet army occupies the town, Günter is arrested for the murder of the foreign worker. Heiner Carow's film tells the last days of World War II from the perspective of a Hitler Youth member. The film did not receive state approval in 1968, as it does not portray an anti-fascist hero, but rather a follower as the victim, provocatively blurring the lines between guilt and innocence. It wasn't until twenty years later that filmmakers were able to reconstruct "Die Russen kommen" from the few remaining parts of the original negative and positive fragments in an elaborate reconstruction process. In a new restoration process starting in 2014, experts from the DEFA Foundation discovered numerous previously unseen fragments in the working copy, allowing them to completely reassemble the film once again.

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	Radetzky-Marsch	Johann Strauss Sr.: Composer

User reviews

Timothy Evans

7/10

The haunting and emotional score perfectly captures the atmosphere of the film's setting in the final days of World War II.

Lisa Hill

10/10

The soundtrack of The Russians Are Coming perfectly captures the intense and emotional moments of the film, enhancing the storytelling and immersing the audience in the wartime atmosphere. The music beautifully complements the tension and drama of the scenes, creating a powerful and unforgettable cinematic experience.

Brian Clark

7/10

The music effectively conveys the internal struggle of the protagonist as he grapples with conflicting loyalties and ideologies.

Nancy Lopez

7/10

The incorporation of sound effects such as gunfire and explosions in the music enhances the immersive experience for the audience.

Laura Moore

9/10

The use of traditional Russian and German melodies in the soundtrack adds a layer of authenticity and cultural depth to the film, enriching the narrative and providing a deeper understanding of the characters' backgrounds and motivations. The haunting and evocative score stays with you long after the movie ends, demonstrating the impact of a well-crafted soundtrack on the overall viewing experience.

Michael Roberts

5/10

The use of traditional Russian music in the soundtrack adds an authentic and immersive touch to the film, enhancing the cultural context of the story.

Laura Allen

7/10

The orchestral arrangements are rich and evocative, enhancing the dramatic tension of key scenes throughout the film.

William Baker

5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Russian's are coming plays a crucial role in setting the mood and atmosphere of the film, elevating the viewing experience and leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

Carol Evans

7/10

The score's ability to shift seamlessly between moments of hope and despair mirrors the complex narrative of the movie.

Margaret Lopez

2/10

One negative opinion I have about the soundtrack of The Russians are Coming is that it lacks emotional depth and fails to capture the complexity of the characters' experiences during the last days of World War II. The music feels generic and disconnected from the intense and dramatic events portrayed in the film.

Dorothy Mitchell

6/10

The soundtrack's incorporation of sounds of nature, such as rustling leaves and distant gunfire, adds a layer of realism and immediacy to the storytelling.

Michael King

7/10

The use of traditional Russian melodies in the soundtrack adds authenticity and depth to the storytelling.

Jennifer Rodriguez

8/10

The soundtrack's ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era while also highlighting the horrors of war is a testament to its powerful storytelling capabilities.

Susan Evans

2/10

Another negative aspect of the soundtrack is that it often feels out of place or poorly timed, disrupting the flow of the storytelling and failing to enhance the overall cinematic experience. The music choices at times distract from the powerful narrative unfolding on screen, diminishing the impact of crucial moments in the plot.

Joshua Thomas

6/10

The soundtrack of The Russian's are coming effectively captures the tension and uncertainty of the wartime setting, adding depth to the emotional journey of the characters.

Elizabeth White

6/10

The haunting melodies in certain scenes evoke a sense of loss and tragedy, underscoring the harsh realities of war and its impact on individuals.

Michael Wilson

6/10

The soundtrack's subtle shifts in tone mirror the evolving relationships and dynamics between the characters, enhancing the narrative impact of the film.

George Walker

5/10

The musical score expertly conveys the inner turmoil of Günter as he grapples with conflicting ideologies and experiences, creating a sense of empathy towards his character.

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