Claus Graf Stauffenberg

In 1942, Nazi SS officer Claus von Stauffenberg is deeply disturbed by the atrocities he witnesses and begins to plot against Adolf Hitler. After surviving an assassination attempt that leaves him severely wounded, Stauffenberg returns to Berlin with a renewed determination. He becomes a central figure in the July 20 plot, a daring attempt to assassinate Hitler and overthrow the Nazi regime.

Operation: Daybreak received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While praised for its tension and historical subject matter, some found its pacing to be uneven and its portrayal of the conspirators somewhat simplified. Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and its exploration of a pivotal moment in World War II.

• Packs a considerable amount of suspense.

• A well-intentioned but somewhat flawed historical thriller.

• Competently made with a strong central performance.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest appreciation for the film's historical basis and suspenseful execution, with some noting a lack of deeper character development.

The film was shot in various locations across Yugoslavia, doubling for wartime Czechoslovakia and Germany.