The Exception
Nothing is as it seems in this riveting World War 2 thriller as a wary soldier goes to investigate a mysterious German monarch at his secluded mansion, leading him into a web of deceit and a dangerous love affair with a local Jewish woman.
Release Year
2017
Runtime
107 min
Audience Score
6.9
Genres
War, Drama, Romance
Story Snapshot
Nothing is as it seems in this riveting World War 2 thriller as a wary soldier goes to investigate a mysterious German monarch at his secluded mansion, leading him into a web of deceit and a dangerous love affair with a local Jewish woman.
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The Exception is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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