description The Wave Overview
The Wave is a 2008 German thriller adapted from Ron Jones’ social experiment and Todd Strasser’s novel. It depicts a high school teacher’s attempt to simulate historical events, leading to an escalating and ultimately dangerous situation among his students. Over two million viewers saw the film in Germany within its initial ten weeks of release.
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info The Wave Specifications
| Country | Germany |
| Year | 2008 |
help The Wave FAQ
Is the 2008 German movie The Wave based on a true story?
The Wave is adapted from the real-life 1967 social experiment conducted by history teacher Ron Jones in California. The movie also draws heavily from Todd Strasser's novelization of the experiment.
What is the plot of the German movie The Wave?
The 2008 film follows a high school teacher in Germany who attempts to simulate historical events to teach his students about autocracy. The social experiment goes too far, leading to an escalating and ultimately dangerous situation among the students.
Who directed the 2008 film The Wave?
The German thriller was directed by Dennis Gansel. The movie was a massive success in Germany, reportedly drawing over two million viewers to theaters.
What language is The Wave movie filmed in?
The 2008 adaptation of The Wave is filmed entirely in German. The story was adapted to modern-day Germany to explore the country's historical context and fascist tendencies among youth.
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