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Review
The Wave: A Hemingway Esque Tale of Power and Consequence
A wave, an amorphous but powerful entity that can both sustain and destroy, is the subject of this narrative drama. The movie explores the concept of power and control in human society, particularly how quickly it can turn into a dangerous force when there are no limits or accountability.
The storyline takes place in Germany during present day. The main character, Rainer Wenger (Jürgen Vogel), is a high school teacher who decides to teach his students about the dangers of autocracy in one week’s course on anarchy. The class is initially dismissive because they believe that freedom will ensure that nothing will slowly turn into chaos or dictatorship.
To emphasize his points, Wenger creates a social experiment where he becomes the authoritarian leader “The Wave”. Over time, as more students join the movement and become indoctrinated with its ideology, they start to take it more seriously. As one student points out during a demonstration, The Wave has united them as a collective with one goal- blind obedience.
This group movement starts off positive- improving people’s lives by giving them direction and purpose but gradually devolves into totalitarianism as the hierarchy become more rigid and starts to exclude ‘outsiders’. Wenger initially tries to throw fuel on their fire to expose their extremist tendencies but regrets his decision once he has unleashed their barely concealed violence.This sudden change took everyone off guard- including him.
The story arc is compellingly simple but swiftly becomes complex as viewers grow invested in each character’s motivations and subsequent actions. Each person serves as a reflection of us, highlighting how easily individuals can be swayed by rhetoric or peer pressure. Their transformation from cordial students into almost fanatical followers is chillingly well-portrayed.
It’s worth noting that “The Wave” isn’t just a fictional story; parts of it were derived from historical events. In Palo Alto, California, a similar social experiment took place in the 1960s and ended with dire consequences. Embodying one of Hemingway’s themes, that history repeats itself as a tragedy, this film illustrates how anything from long ago can be transformed into today’s reality.
The script offers some memorable lines of dialogue that stay with you long after the credits roll. One such quote that particularly resonates throughout the movie is: “When you’re afraid to stand alone, all you need to do is say ‘yes’ to join The Wave”. It’s a disconcerting but true statement about how easily people give up their freedoms for security.
The acting is exceptional. Jürgen Vogel portrays Wenger as someone who believes his idea will bring positive change to his students’ lives but fails to see the dangerous path it leads them down. His transformation from an idealistic teacher into fearful authoritarian leader is nuanced and powerful. Other actors also deliver noteworthy performances with Max Riemelt’s Marco being both chilling and poignant at different points in his character arc.
The Wave’s popularity isn’t surprising considering its potent themes and strong performances. It has won multiple awards at film festivals including Best Film at the German Film Awards in 2009- which speaks volumes about its success in engaging audiences beyond Germany.
Cinematographer Torsten Breuer deserves applause for transforming Germany into an iconic cinematic location using striking aerial views and vibrant colours. It elevates the feature as it forces viewers to take notice of both its beauty and brutality.
The soundtrack adds another layer of nuance- becoming more intense as The Wave becomes increasingly controlling and obsessive.This serves as a reminder that everything has consequences- even something like music, which most people perceive only as entertainment.
Although much praise can be given overall, there are sections where “The Wave” feels too on-the-nose with its message or too slow-moving for impatient viewers. Nonetheless, these minor issues do not diminish its power or importance. The Wave is a standout political commentary that exposes humanity’s inherent need to be controlled and how quickly this can spiral into dictatorship.
The special effects were impressive- particularly the scene where the students march down the street in their self-made uniforms, which was both awe-inspiring and slightly terrifying. It was a reminder of the influence of group-think and how powerful it can be.
The development of “The Wave” was an unconventional process. Dennis Gansel originally made it as a student film before submitting it for funding from studios to develop it into a full-length feature. What started off as a mere experiment has turned into one of Germany’s most successful films.
In conclusion, Ernest Hemingway would have been impressed with “The Wave,” specifically its unflinching portrayal of society’s tendency to become dependent on controlling forces when faced with uncertainty. This movie invites viewers to question their own morality as well as humanity’s innate need for security. The Wave provides an opportunity for self-reflection that’s rare in modern cinema, making it an essential watch for anyone seeking sociopolitical commentary that is not afraid to take risks or hold back punches.
Technical Data
- Runtime : 104
- Release : 2015-08-28
- Genre : Thriller, Drama, Mystery
- Cast : Kristoffer Joner as Kristian Eikjord, Ane Dahl Torp as Idun Karlsen, Jonas Hoff Oftebro as Sondre Eikjord, Edith Haagenrud-Sande as Julia Eikjord, Fridtjov Såheim as Arvid Øvrebø
- Crew : Tomas Eskilsson as Co-Producer, Adrian Curelea as Art Direction, Gina Calin as Set Decoration, John Christian Rosenlund as Director of Photography, Eirik Evjen as Still Photographer
- Popularity 20.698
- Budget : $5,904,067
- Revenue : $12,975,143
- Company : Fantefilm, Film i Väst, Tre Vänner
- Summary : Although theorised, no one is really ready when a mountain pass above the scenic and narrow Geiranger fjord in Norway collapses and creates a tsunami over 300 feet high. A geologist is one of those caught in the middle of it.
- Tagline : It was only a matter of time.
