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Enemy at the Gates 2001

“A single bullet can change history.”

★ 7.4/10 · 4,097 votes R WarHistory Released
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Directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud

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What is Enemy at the Gates?

"Enemy at the Gates" is a historical drama film set during World War II. The film is based on the real-life events of the Battle of Stalingrad, a pivotal conflict between Russian and German forces.

Type
Film
Year
2001
Status
Released
Runtime
131 minutes
Release date
Feb 28, 2001
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America, France, Germany, Ireland, United Kingdom
Studios
Paramount Pictures, Mandalay Pictures, KC Medien
Budget
$68,000,000
Revenue
$96,976,270
Genres
War, History
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Overview

"Enemy at the Gates" is a historical drama film set during World War II. The film is based on the real-life events of the Battle of Stalingrad, a pivotal conflict between Russian and German forces. The story centers on a cat-and-mouse game between two skilled snipers, one from Russia and the other from Germany. The two soldiers engage in a series of intense confrontations, each trying to outmaneuver the other. The film's setting is the midst of the brutal and devastating Battle of Stalingrad, where the Russian and German forces clashed in a prolonged and bloody conflict. The film's focus on the sniper game serves as a microcosm for the larger conflict, highlighting the human cost and the psychological toll of war. The film's historical context provides a backdrop for the intense and suspenseful story that unfolds.

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Should you watch it?

“A Russian and a German sniper engage in a high-stakes duel during World War Two.”

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Reasons to watch
  • Engaging sniper duel
  • Set during the Battle of Stalingrad
Keep in mind
  • Intense war violence

Watch it if you enjoy intense historical war dramas featuring strategic showdowns.

Contains intense war violence and dark themes suitable for mature audiences.

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Cast

Jude Law Vassili Zaitsev
Joseph Fiennes Commisar Danilov
Rachel Weisz Tania Chernova
Ed Harris Major König
Bob Hoskins Nikita Khrushchev
Ron Perlman Koulikov
Eva Mattes Mother Filipov
Gabriel Thomson Sacha Filipov
Matthias Habich General Paulus
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Alexander Schwan Young Vassili Zaitsev
Lenn Kudrjawizki Comrade in Train
Gennadi Vengerov Russian NCO

Frequently asked questions

When was Enemy at the Gates released in the US?

It was released on 03/16/2001.

What is the runtime of the film?

The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes.

What genres is the movie classified under?

It is classified under War and History.

What is the primary conflict of the film?

The primary conflict is a game of cat-and-mouse between a Russian and a German sniper.

Where does the story take place?

The story takes place during the Battle of Stalingrad.