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The Lives of Others

The Lives of Others

★ 8.4 IMDb
Drama Mystery & Thriller Made in Europe
In 1984 East Berlin, dedicated Stasi officer Gerd Wiesler begins spying on a famous playwright and his actress-lover Christa-Maria. Wiesler becomes unexpectedly sympathetic to the couple, and faces conflicting loyalties when his superior takes a liking to Christa-Maria.

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Selection 19th European Film Awards
Won European Film Award for Best Screenwriter
Nominated European Film Award for Best Actor
Won César Award for Best Foreign Film
Nominated International Submission to the Academy Awards
Nominated Academy Award for Best International Feature Film
Nominated European Film Award for Best Film
Nominated European Film Award for Best Actress
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