- “Atomic Blonde” (2017) – In this action-thriller set during the final days of the Cold War, Charlize Theron plays an MI6 agent sent to Berlin to retrieve a valuable dossier.
- “Before Sunrise” (1995) – While not solely set in Berlin, this Richard Linklater film features a memorable portion set in the city, as two strangers (Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy) spend a romantic night together exploring the city’s streets.
- “Berlin Alexanderplatz” (1980) – Based on the novel by Alfred Döblin, this film is set in 1920s Berlin and chronicles the life of a young man who gets involved in criminal activities.
- “Berlin Calling” (2008) – This German drama tells the story of a DJ struggling with mental health issues and drug addiction in Berlin’s electronic music scene.
- “Cabaret” (1972) – This musical film is set in 1931 Berlin and follows the lives of aspiring performers in Germany’s nightlife scene.
- “Good Bye, Lenin!” (2003) – Set in East Berlin during the final days of the German Democratic Republic, this comedy-drama follows a young man who tries to shield his mother, a staunch socialist, from the reality of the reunified Germany.
- “Inglourious Basterds” (2009) – While not entirely set in Berlin, this Quentin Tarantino film features memorable scenes in the German capital during World War II, as a group of Jewish-American soldiers plot to assassinate high-ranking Nazi officials.
- “Lola rennt” (1998) – Another German film with a similar title as the first on the list, “Lola rennt” follows three alternative narratives as Lola runs through Berlin to save her boyfriend from a dangerous situation.
- “Run Lola Run” (1998) – This fast-paced German thriller captures the energy of Berlin as Lola tries to gather 100,000 Deutschmarks in 20 minutes to save her boyfriend’s life.
- “The Edukators” (2004) – Three young activists break into wealthy homes, rearranging furniture and leaving behind messages, until one day their actions have unintended consequences.
- “The Lives of Others” (2006) – A powerful drama showcasing life in East Berlin during the Cold War, as a Stasi officer begins to question his loyalty while monitoring a playwright and his actress girlfriend.
- “The Reader” (2008) – Partly set in Berlin, this drama explores the relationship between a young man and an older woman with a haunting secret, reflecting on post-WWII Germany.
- “Wings of Desire” (1987) – Directed by Wim Wenders, this poetic film tells the story of angels observing the divided city of Berlin before and after the fall of the Wall.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Berlin
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