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Trying to make a movie set at the height of World War II where your lead character is a Nazi might appear to be a challenge, especially if you want to create any sort of sympathy for him. That’s one of the biggest hurdles facing The Exception, a WWII drama from accomplished theater director David Leveaux that’s based on Alan Jadd’s 2003 historical fiction novel The Kaiser’s Last Kiss. There’s also little question that the movie is frequently saved by offering another joyously entertaining performance by Christopher Plummer.Jai Courtney plays German Capt. Stefan Brandt, sent to the Netherlands to act as a bodyguard for the exiled Kaiser Wilhelm II (Christopher Plummer) and his wife (Janet McTeer). Moving to the Kaiser’s mansion in the country, Brandt begins a romance with their pretty maid Mieke (Lily James), who Brandt later learns is Jewish.

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It also happens that she’s the British spy Brandt’s been instructed to find, so once their romance gets serious, he’s forced to make the tough decision.Taking place in similar territory that’s already been well covered by Paul Verhoeven’s WWII films Black Book and Soldier of Orange, The Exceptionmay require some existing historical knowledge about the power structure in Germany when Adolf Hitler rose to power in the mid-1930s. Once you’ve figured that out, it’s easy to understand why much of the Kaiser’s time is spent hoping he’ll be allowed to return to Berlin and the German people who still presumably love him. As much as The Exception could work as a vehicle to get Courtney taken more seriously as a dramatic actor, it’s really more about how well he interacts with far superior actors. As can be expected from the amazing third act, which continues the line of juicy scenes Plummer has enjoyed late in his career, his portrayal of the Kaiser will be a bigger takeaway from the film. He brings a suitably light charm to the character that counterbalances his fits of rage and the serious nature of a world that’s currently at war. AdvertisementSimilarly, the gorgeous Lily James continues to impress with her own range, creating an even more intriguing enigma of her character in the way she interacts with Courtney, making you wonder if Mieke is deliberately using the young soldier to achieve her own goals, or if there’s actual love and affection.

Either way, their love scenes together are quite steamy, and their relationship is convincing enough to hold things together.The film is moving along at a fairly steady clip based on their relationship when we learn that the head of the SS, Heinrich Himmler, will be arriving at the Kaiser’s home with an important message. Wilhelm presumes he’s coming to invite him to return to Berlin. When Himmler does show up, and he’s played by British character actor Eddie Marsan, it just makes the film that much more interesting leading into its third act.Leveaux’s theater background is evident from the way he sets up the interactions between the characters in each scene. He never tries to make more of this simple story than necessary, keeping most of the movie in and around the Wilhelm manor. It’s important to always keep in mind this is historical fiction, never meant for you to presume that anything in history happened exactly as it did in the movie. Remembering that this is meant to be a story about fictional characters and events based around real ones will make it easier to accept any credibility issues.Ultimately, it’s a solid historical drama with decent performances and characters that veers far enough away from the normal WWII archetypes to not feel redundant, even if we’ve already had far too many wartime romance films in the past year.The Exception is now available on Direct TV, but it will be released in select cities on June 2 following its Tribeca Film Festival premiere.

Summary: German soldier Stefan Brandt (Jai Courtney) goes on a mission to investigate exiled German Monarch Kaiser Wilhelm II (Christopher Plummer). The Kaiser lives in a secluded mansion in The Netherlands, and as Germany is taking over Holland, the country’s authorities are concerned that Dutch spies may be watching the Kaiser. As Brandt begins to German soldier Stefan Brandt (Jai Courtney) goes on a mission to investigate exiled German Monarch Kaiser Wilhelm II (Christopher Plummer). The Kaiser lives in a secluded mansion in The Netherlands, and as Germany is taking over Holland, the country’s authorities are concerned that Dutch spies may be watching the Kaiser.

As Brandt begins to infiltrate the Kaiser’s life in search of clues, he finds himself drawn into an unexpected and passionate romance with Mieke (Lily James), one of the Kaiser’s maids whom Brandt soon discovers is secretly Jewish. When Heinrich Himmler (Eddie Marsan), Head of the SS, decides to come for an unexpected visit with a large platoon of Nazis in tow, the stage is set for a breathtaking showdown, as secrets are revealed, allegiances are tested, and Brandt is forced to make the ultimate choice between honoring his country and following his heart.

A look at the German Royal family during the WWII. A book based film, partially inspired by the real, but I really loved. In the backdrop of the world war two, it focused on the German royal family, Kaiser. An officer sent to protect him during the nazi Germany's invasion of Europe, A look at the German Royal family during the WWII. A book based film, partially inspired by the real, but I really loved.

In the backdrop of the world war two, it focused on the German royal family, Kaiser. An officer sent to protect him during the nazi Germany's invasion of Europe, possibly from the spies. So during his stint, all events that unfolded were revealed to us with a twist at the end. The twist was predictable, so they did not hide it for the perfect moment and to make the film entirely rely on it. What's important is it was more a straightforward narration. Though there were some tense moments.

Overall a great drama. I did not know what to expect, whether a thriller or romance, but it mixed them all together nicely. Of course, Jai was good, and so Lily James, but I was very impressed by Christopher Plummer. This film was awesome because of this 88 year old Canadian actor. Directed by a newcomer, and he did his part nicely. One of the fine addition to the world war two related dramas.

It has a strong sex scene, otherwise would have been fit for all. Definitely I suggest it if you're interested! Was this meant to be a good film or a true depiction of history? Would Christopher Plummer have taken his role if it had portrayed the real “Kaiser Bill”? Probably not.

So I guess what the film was about was “exceptions,” which was a term used many times throughout the film. I enjoyed the Was this meant to be a good film or a true depiction of history? Would Christopher Plummer have taken his role if it had portrayed the real “Kaiser Bill”? Probably not. So I guess what the film was about was “exceptions,” which was a term used many times throughout the film.

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I enjoyed the film since it was well-directed and had many attractive and skillful actors. And I won’t ruin it for you by telling you what the exceptions are. As long as you are not bothered by seeing yet another film about the Third Reich and one that is not especially original or accurate, you will enjoy this film. It’s far better than brainless action film to many of us on a hot summer day.

A fairly interesting period drama/romance. The easiest thing to single out about it is without a doubt Christopher Plummer, who always seems to make a film worthwhile, even if it's nothing amazing. That being said, the chemistry and scenes between Lily James and Jai Courtney felt a bit A fairly interesting period drama/romance.

The easiest thing to single out about it is without a doubt Christopher Plummer, who always seems to make a film worthwhile, even if it's nothing amazing. That being said, the chemistry and scenes between Lily James and Jai Courtney felt a bit forced at times, and I also found it especially silly and ridiculous how they pretty much jump straight into sex with each other right as soon as they meet for the first time towards the beginning. Overall, in terms of its story, it's nothing too memorable or amazing like I said, but it's still interesting and worthwhile enough to give a view, and Plummer stands out rather well as always. As a romantic-thriller it isn't great, with the romance being forced and the thrills never really delivering, but the performances and attention to production detail are so great it may be enough to distract you. Christopher Plummer is brilliant and sympathetic as the Kaiser, and the As a romantic-thriller it isn't great, with the romance being forced and the thrills never really delivering, but the performances and attention to production detail are so great it may be enough to distract you.

Christopher Plummer is brilliant and sympathetic as the Kaiser, and the normally bland and blah Jai Courtney is actually solid (following SUICIDE SQUAD I'm wondering if he's turned a corner in his career). As a WWII buff I may have found more to enjoy here than most, but if you prefer performances over story then I'd say this is worth a watch. A modestly entertaining historical drama that likely has more to do with drama than with history. The often-predictable narrative, schmaltzy presentation values and sometimes-absurd dialogue don't help matters, either.

However, the once again stellar acting of Christopher Plummer and Janet A modestly entertaining historical drama that likely has more to do with drama than with history. The often-predictable narrative, schmaltzy presentation values and sometimes-absurd dialogue don't help matters, either. However, the once again stellar acting of Christopher Plummer and Janet McTeer keep this one from being a complete failure, delivering fine efforts in the face of what they have to work with. Still, even with such fine performances, I'd recommend waiting for the DVD on this one.

Jai Courtney plays a gym-buffed German soldier who's sent to the Netherlands to protect and spy on exiled Monarch Kaiser Wilhelm II (Christopher Plummer). Almost immediately upon arrival, he falls for a maid (Lily James), which introduces a quandary: allegiance to his country or to his Jai Courtney plays a gym-buffed German soldier who's sent to the Netherlands to protect and spy on exiled Monarch Kaiser Wilhelm II (Christopher Plummer). Almost immediately upon arrival, he falls for a maid (Lily James), which introduces a quandary: allegiance to his country or to his heart. Their relationship has some interesting romantic (and erotic) moments, but Plummer's showcase speeches slows the story's momentum.

While there's potential for a gripping romantic drama, the interactions are too muted to do any gripping. The period elements make for an attractive look, but the subdued direction and passive pacing keep this film from being exceptional. What might have been a reasonable plot tends to be reduced to a somewhat implausible outcome. Several challenging situations are set up, then all solved in equally farfetched proportions - too often stretching the believability factor towards being laughable. Sex scenes are set up too What might have been a reasonable plot tends to be reduced to a somewhat implausible outcome.

Several challenging situations are set up, then all solved in equally farfetched proportions - too often stretching the believability factor towards being laughable. Sex scenes are set up too quickly and with crude gratuitousness – leaving no time to develop into any form of believable relationships.

There are good looking costumes and sets- but ultimately, it shows up as superficial gloss – without enough substance to sustain its length. Performances are OK, photography is slick, music score is good, just a pity about certain silly elements of the script. There will always be some who might like this type of thing, but many won't, and for good reason.