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Based on the true story of Oberleutnant Franz von Werra, the only German prisoner of war captured in Britain to escape back to Germany during the Second World War.
Based on the true story of German U-boat Captain Klaus Richter, the film chronicles his remarkable escape from Allied forces during World War II. After his submarine is sunk, Richter embarks on an incredible journey across the Atlantic, facing immense hardship and determination to survive and return home.
The One That Got Away was generally well-received by critics for its tense portrayal of survival and its basis on a true story. While not a blockbuster, it was praised for its realistic depiction of the perils of sea warfare and the indomitable human will to survive against overwhelming odds.
Praised for its suspenseful narrative and faithful adherence to the true story.
Appreciated for its realistic depiction of a harrowing survival experience.
Noted for a strong central performance.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this older film.
The film is based on the autobiography of Oberleutnant Heinz Schaeffer, the real-life commander of the U-boat U-405.
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Hardy Kruger is really good in this wartime adventure film. His portrayal of the real life Franz von Werra, the only German PoW to escape internment from the UK during WWII gives us some idea of the sheer determination of a man who tried, r...