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The Exception

2017 · 107 min

A tense, somber wartime romance that keeps you on edge with its mix of danger and forbidden love.

Tagline: One duty. One desire. One decision.
Overview: 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.
How it feels: Tense, melancholic, romantic and dark. Measured and needs your attention.
About: War, love, betrayal, loyalty
Content: Strong violence and sexual content. Mild gore and language.
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Tone: tensestrength 3 of 3
melancholicstrength 2 of 3
romanticstrength 2 of 3
darkstrength 2 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: war
love
betrayal
loyalty
survival
Places: single country house
countryside
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: twist ending
Content intensity: Gore mild
Language mild
Violence strong
Sex strong