Taking Sides
One of the most spectacular and renowned conductors of the 1930s, Wilhelm Furtwangler's reputation rivaled that of Toscanini's. After the war, he was investigated as part of the Allies' de-Nazification programme. In the bombed-out Berlin of the immediate post-war period, the Allies slowly bring law and order to bear on an occupied Germany. An American major is given the Furtwangler file, and is told to find everything he can and to prosecute the man ruthlessly. Tough and hard-nosed, Major Steve Arnold sets out to investigate a world of which he knows nothing.
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Frequently asked questions about Taking Sides
Where can I watch Taking Sides in the United States?
Taking Sides is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, myfilmfriend, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Taking Sides on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Taking Sides is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside myfilmfriend and Tubi TV.
Can I watch Taking Sides for free?
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What are the ratings for Taking Sides?
Taking Sides scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Taking Sides?
Taking Sides stars Harvey Keitel, Stellan Skarsgård, Moritz Bleibtreu, R. Lee Ermey, and Birgit Minichmayr. István Szabó is the director.
How long is Taking Sides?
Taking Sides runs 1h 48m (108 minutes).
When did Taking Sides come out?
Taking Sides was released on March 7, 2002.
Which studio made Taking Sides?
Taking Sides was produced by Paladin Production S.A., Maecenas Film- und Fernseh GmbH, and Studio Babelsberg in Austria, Germany, and France.
What was the budget for Taking Sides?
Taking Sides was made on a budget of $20,000,000.
What languages is Taking Sides in?
Taking Sides is in English, French, German, and Russian, and its original language is English.
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