A Prussian commander disobeys orders and goes to find a British envoy who can negotiate a pact with Austria to help fight off Napoleon in 1806..
Is it worth the watch? Honestly, you probably only want to watch The Higher Command if you’re deep into the weeds of mid-century European historical dramas. It’s a bit of a slog if you’re looking for action, but for those who enjoy watching men in uniforms argue about borders in dimly lit rooms, it hits the mark. If yo...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Gerhard Lamprecht
Dallas M. Fitzgerald
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"Is it worth the watch? Honestly, you probably only want to watch The Higher Command if you’re deep into the weeds of mid-century European historical dramas. It’s a bit of a slog if you’re looking for action, but for those who enjoy watching men in uniforms argue about borders in dimly lit rooms, it hits the mark. If you’re allergic to heavy-handed patriotism or pacing that feels like it was measured by a sundial, maybe skip this one. The film starts with our Prussian commander, von Ledebur, dec..."
Arnim Suessenguth
Karl Lerbs, Kurt Kluge, Philipp Lothar Mayring
Germany
