Good, could've been made a bit more subtly though. <em>'Night Crossing'</em>, which portrays the true story of a hot air balloon escape from East Germany, is an interesting and well acted production. However, it doesn't do anything to throw you off the scent. Predictability isn't always a negative, but it is one for this film in my opinion. Whether it be through knowledge of the event, reading the opening…
The East German border: 836 miles of barbed-wire walls, automated machine guns, armed guards, and deadly land mines. On September 15, 1979 two families tried to cross it.
Two men want to escape from East Germany (under Communist rule) but they will only go if they can take their families with them. Based on a true story.
Top Cast
John Hurt
Peter Strelzyk
Jane Alexander
Doris Strelzyk
Beau Bridges
Guenter Wetzel
Glynnis O'Connor
Petra Wetzel
Klaus Löwitsch
Schmolk
Sky du Mont
Ziegler
Günter Meisner
Major Koerner
Doug McKeon
Kay Walsh
Ian Bannen
Jan Niklas
Carola Höhn
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FAQ about Night Crossing
What is Night Crossing about?
Two men want to escape from East Germany (under Communist rule) but they will only go if they can take their families with them. Based on a true story.
When was Night Crossing released?
Night Crossing was released in 1982.
What genres does Night Crossing belong to?
Night Crossing is categorised as Adventure, Drama, Action.
Who stars in Night Crossing?
The cast of Night Crossing includes John Hurt, Jane Alexander, Beau Bridges, Glynnis O'Connor, Klaus Löwitsch.