In 1942, Friedrich Weimer's boxing skills get him an appointment to a National Political Academy (NaPolA) – high schools that produce Nazi elite. Over his father's objections, Friedrich enrolls. During his year in seventh column,Friedrich encounters hazing, cruelty, death, and the Nazi code. His friendship with Albrecht, the ascetic son of the area's governor, is central to this education.
Dennis Gansel | Director |
Viola Jäger | Producer |
Harald Kügler | Producer |
Molly von Fürstenberg | Producer |
Angelo Badalamenti | Original Music Composer |
Torsten Breuer | Director of Photography |
Jochen Retter | Editor |
Dennis Gansel | Writer |
Maggie Peren | Writer |
Normand Corbeil | Original Music Composer |