The Counterfeiters

Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this gripping drama follows the true story of Salomon “Sally” Sorowitsch, a master counterfeiter, who is forced to assist the Nazis in a secret operation to produce fake foreign currency. The film explores themes of survival, morality, and the human spirit under duress, with a standout performance by Karl Markovics in the lead role. Directed by Stefan Ruzowitzky, the movie won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2008. It offers a compelling narrative that delves into the complexities of human choices during wartime. For those interested, the film can be viewed for free on Soap2day.