Good Bye, Lenin! (2003) movie poster

Good Bye, Lenin! (2003)

ThumbScore
👍 88%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 80% (RT: 91%, MC: 68) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDrama

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Director
Wolfgang Becker
Runtime
2h 1m
Country
Germany
Language
German
TMDB Rating
7.5/10 (2,590 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
91%
Metacritic
68
Cast
Katrin Sass as Mother
Maria Simon as Ariane
Florian Lukas as Denis
Alexander Beyer as Rainer
Burghart Klaußner as Alex's Father
Michael Gwisdek as Klapprath
Yes. 88% of real audiences liked it based on 2,590 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 80%.
Overview
Alex Kerner's mother was in a coma while the Berlin wall fell. When she wakes up he must try to keep her from learning what happened (as she was an avid communist supporter) to avoid shocking her which could lead to another heart attack. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Before Daniel Brühl was cast, several major A-list stars turned down the lead role because they felt the script was too risky.
  • During the filming of Good Bye, Lenin!, Daniel Brühl improvised one of the most famous lines in the movie.
  • Eagle-eyed viewers have noticed a hidden easter egg referencing Wolfgang Becker's previous film in the background of the opening scene.
Audience Consensus

Good Bye, Lenin! is a 2003 comedy, drama film directed by Wolfgang Becker. Alex Kerner's mother was in a coma while the Berlin wall fell. When she wakes up he must try to keep her from learning what happened (as she was an avid communist supporter) to avoid shocking her which could lead to another heart attack.

The film has been rated by 2,590 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Good Bye, Lenin! delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Good Bye, Lenin! (2003) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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