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2017107 minWar, Drama, Romance

The Exception

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Is The Exception worth watching? With a rating of 6.93/10, this War, Drama, Romance film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Exception Synopsis

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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Top Cast

Lily James
Lily JamesMieke de Jong
Jai Courtney
Jai CourtneyCapt Stefan Brandt
Eddie Marsan
Eddie MarsanHeinrich Himmler
Christopher Plummer
Christopher PlummerKaiser Wilhelm II
Janet McTeer
Janet McTeerPrincess Hermine 'Hermo' Reuss of Greiz
Daisy Boulton
Daisy BoultonSecretary
Ben Daniels
Ben DanielsCol Sigurd von Ilsemann
Stéphane Auberghen
Stéphane AuberghenFrau Linnenkamp
Aubeline Barbieux
Aubeline BarbieuxBeatrix
Loïs van Wijk
Loïs van WijkLittle Girl

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Is The Exception worth watching?

The Exception has received mixed reviews with a 6.93/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of War, Drama, Romance movies.

Is The Exception hit or flop?

The Exception has received average ratings (6.93/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Exception?

The Exception is a War, Drama, Romance movie that 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...

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Critic Reviews

GimlyDec 9, 2017
★ 5

Mismarketed as a spy thriller, _The Exception_ is nothing more than a romance movie, a romance that has certain obstacles to be sure, but most any romance put to screen does. _The Exception_ is well acted, (which may come as a surprise to some people when it comes to Jai Courtney) but oddly made. There are certain presentation choices that seemed very bizarre to me, but not dealbreakingly so. _Final rating:★★½ - Had a lot that appealed to me, didn’t quite work as a whole._

RenoFeb 4, 2018
★ 8

**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! _7.5/10_