Lena Stolze and Director/Writer Verhoeven are the mot talented duo from Gemany to hit the big screen since Wertmuller and Giannini. Although Wertmuller excelled in romantic complications and Verhoeven excels in more serious issues, they are both masters of comedy. The first 45 minutes of this film is absolutely hilarious, as the sexy and intelligent Lena Stolze steals every scene she is in. The storyline takes a sharp left turn about halfway through, however, and delves into the mysteries of how everyday German citizens knew nothing about the mistreatment of Jews or concentration camps. And, of course, they were all in the resistance. The film is never dull, not even for a moment. And Lena Stolze gives a tour-de-force performance worthy of an Oscar.
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