The Edukators (Die Fetten Jahre sind vorbei)

The Edukators (Die Fetten Jahre sind vorbei) (2004)

  • 69% of critics liked it
    (75 reviews)

  • 87% of users liked it
    (22,343 ratings)

Three young radicals face off against an older man who left behind his ideals years ago in this drama from Austria. Jan (Daniel Brühl) and Peter (Stipe Erceg) are a pair of leftist political activists who have their own ideas of how to strike out in the name of economic justice. Jan and Peter like… More

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R,
Directed By
Written By
Hans Weingartner
Genres
Drama, Art House & International, Comedy
In Theaters
Feb 12, 2005 Wide
IFC Films

Critic Reviews

  • Susan Walker, Toronto Star

    What is interesting to watch are the unexpected turns that occur when a jilted lover, a kidnapped rich capitalist and a pair of new lovers are cooped up in an isolated chalet.

  • Liam Lacey, Globe and Mail

    Plays out like an ambivalent political tract, full of dissatisfaction but no conclusions.

  • Kerry Lengel, Arizona Republic

    Captures the frustration of those who sense something deeply dysfunctional in the political and economic status quo but feel impotent do anything about it.

  • Rene Rodriguez, Miami Herald

    Unless you're the sort who has a Che Guevara T-shirt tucked away somewhere in your closet, the needlessly long The Edukators wears out its welcome.

  • Tom Long, Detroit News

    The situations feel real, the injustices believable and the human frailty is all too recognizable.

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Featured Audience Ratings

  • Stefanie C


    Provocative! Is there a place for revolution within capatilistic society? Who is responsible for its ills? How can you change society without resorting to terrorism? Is hope for change merely youthful idealism? While the film raises many questions, it falls short on answers. The… More

  • Anthony L


    Good film, well acted and with a great ending! I do however believe that camera men should not be seen! This and other continuity errors made the film a little distracting, but on the whole, good film.

  • Lady D


    A journey through moral dilemmas and political activism, this film has reached an instant high place within my favourite movies list and it subconsciously invites you to question your own morals which pulls you further into the story. With just a small cast, this was entertaining… More

  • Gordon A


    Likeable tale of idealistic youth colliding with aged reality. It drifts a bit towards the end but raises some thought provoking issues.

  • Chris W


    Hillarious dark comedy/satire that is basically the Germn version of Fight Club, but with less violence and profanity, but with equally brilliant writing, directing, and acting. Everyone shoul;d do themselves a favor and check this film out.

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