Content Warnings
- 🟡 40/100 Brief scene with a topless woman in a bar.
- 🟡 50/100 Characters drinking alcohol heavily in a bar.
- 🟡 30/100 Characters smoking cigarettes frequently throughout the movie.
- 🔴 85/100 Intense battle scene with explosions and gunfire.
- 🔴 90/100 Graphic depiction of injuries and death during a submarine attack.
- 🔴 75/100 Characters in peril as the submarine is damaged and flooding occurs.
- 🔴 70/100 Use of strong language by stressed crew members.
- 🟡 60/100 Another instance of strong language during a tense moment.
- 🔴 70/100 Strong language used in a heated argument.
Details for Das Boot (1981)
What is the plot of Das Boot (1981)?
Das Boot (1981) is a German war film that follows the crew of a German U-boat during World War II. The movie portrays the claustrophobic and perilous conditions aboard the submarine as it embarks on a dangerous mission in the Atlantic Ocean, facing relentless attacks from Allied forces.
Who directed Das Boot (1981)?
Das Boot (1981) was directed by Wolfgang Petersen, who also co-wrote the screenplay. The film is based on the 1973 novel of the same name by Lothar-Günther Buchheim.
Who are the main actors in Das Boot (1981)?
The main actors in Das Boot (1981) include Jürgen Prochnow as the U-boat captain, Herbert Grönemeyer as Lieutenant Werner, Klaus Wennemann as Chief Engineer, and Hubertus Bengsch as First Lieutenant.
Is Das Boot (1981) based on a true story?
While Das Boot (1981) is not a true story, it is based on the novel by Lothar-Günther Buchheim, who served as a war correspondent aboard German U-boats during World War II. The film aims to provide a realistic portrayal of life aboard a U-boat during the war.
What awards did Das Boot (1981) receive?
Das Boot (1981) received critical acclaim and was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Director for Wolfgang Petersen and Best Adapted Screenplay. It also won several international awards for its cinematography, direction, and sound design.
