Is Achtung Polizei! - Alarm um 11 Uhr 11 Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2013)

📖 The Core Premise

Achtung Polizei! - Alarm um 11 Uhr 11 stands as a 2013 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Comedy, Crime landscape. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "The attractive policewoman Carla Paul still has the remains of her carnival make-up and glitter on her face. But now the motto is: "Make-up off and off to work!" Because the attractive head of a small police station in the heart of Cologne is facing the biggest challenge of her life: the annual madness of the Rose Monday parade. Not only did she break up with Rick, her colleague who is still madly in love with her, just a few days ago, but today of all days, the auditor Kersten, another of Carla's exes, arrives. She and her colleagues have their hands full trying to get the drunken rabbits, chickens and Mainzelmännchen into the already overcrowded sobering-up cell at the police station."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Achtung Polizei! - Alarm um 11 Uhr 11, even the presence of Christoph Maria Herbst struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Comedy. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Achtung Polizei! - Alarm um 11 Uhr 11 worth your time? If you appreciate Comedy, Crime films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Achtung Polizei! - Alarm um 11 Uhr 11 misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 89 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.