Europa

Europa

World War II had finished, but it left indelible marks.

Directed by Lars von Trier

Produced by Gérard Mital Productions, Nordisk Film Denmark

1991113 min7.3 / 10

A morally murky post-war thriller about an American caught between competing political forces in occupied Germany, steeped in paranoia and existential uncertainty.

Just after World War II, an American takes a railway job in Germany, but finds his position politically sensitive with various people trying to use him.

Essence

Ensemble

Like Europa

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Europa

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Europa, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Europa, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Europa, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.