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The Third Reich declares war on the world.

Five years later, the Red Army marches to Berlin.

The first shots were fired in the Gulf of Gdansk.

In January 1945, war returned to the area.

On January 12, an attack on Hitler begins

The Red Army is 20 times larger and is advancing on a broad front.

One and a half million people are fleeing the troops -

in heavy snowfall and 20-degree frost.

Nothing protects them from the cold.

Soon there is only one escape route left:

the Baltic Sea.

Crowds gather in Gotenhafen, where a 30s-century cruiser awaits.

Wilhelm Gustloff becomes a symbol of hope.

SHlP OF NO RETURN GUSTLOFFlN VllMElNEN MATKA

SECTION 1: PORT OF TOLVO

I ask you .: Do you want a total war?

Yes!

Even if it meant a more absolute war -

than what could we even imagine today?

So listen:

People, get up -

and let the storm break out!

Mum! - Honey!

Sofie.

Sofie!

What's wrong with him?

He no longer breathes.

Sofie.

Wake up, Sofie.

No!

Help!

Captain Kehding?

My name is Leonberg. 9th Security Division.

I'm your guardian angel. - I wasn't told about your results.

So you're taking Gustloff to Languages?

Russian artillery.

The enemy near Königsberg, hundreds of thousands of refugees -

but what does Berlin say? Let them help themselves.

Prepare for the worst.

Many have traveled for weeks and have no other hope.

Except for your ship.

Looks like we've found two again.

Enough. Ahead.

GOTENHAFEN Sunday, January 28, 1945.

Grab your hand.

Honey, you have to carry him.

Hold on tight and stay close. We need to stay together.

Are you coming from Hamburg? - From the Maritime Department.

It got good men. The merchant navy elite.

The right men in the right places.

Gustloff needs an experienced Baltic seafarer.

I took ore ships to Sweden.

What a mess. But the Gustloff is the only ship large enough.

Submarines want to keep it. Lived in it for four years.

They are allowed to stay on board. According to the order , several trips will be made.

We get to export 10,000 people at once. - I wouldn't speak so loudly.

Thank you.

Sorry.

It is probably better to walk.

The office is very close.

Where can I find naval auxiliaries?

Navy Auxiliaries? Wait a minute.

Supplies Department, Area 1. Refugee Reception.

He is a good friend of mine. - Right?

Try that. See you later.

Congratulations. Come anytime.

Thank you.

Hello, Kehding. - Lieutenant Captain.

How are you? - It could be better.

Take it easy. You don't want another hit.

Bastard.

Keep moving forward.

Keep moving forward. - Take care of those kids.

Careful now.

There's one.

Come here. - You're coming with us.

Moving on. - Mum!

No! - He's leaving with us.

He is my son.

The boy stays here. - Don't. He is my son.

The boy stays here.

Let him go. - Forward immediately!

Forward about it! - Please.

She is still a child. -Let it be.

Hey, six!

Women need him, they don’t survive alone.

Sorry.

Erika!

Hellmut.

He is needed at Gustloff as a ship's son.

That's right. He is mine.

Kehding. I Gustloff captain!

Clear. - Let it be then.

What exactly are you waiting for? Let's go about it.

But he's dead! - Do not tell anyone.

He can't take you with him.

Gustloff has no ship sons.

Try to stay with your mother.

Clear.

What are these people?

No information. They are on the other side of the bay, from Pillaus.

How did you find me? - You told me the number of your unit.

Your letter came yesterday. - Did you destroy it.

Yes.

You shouldn't have told me you were coming.

Where is the boy?

Be careful now, they will leave you alone.

Is he your men? - I do not know him.

You will survive.

That boy should be careful.

Good. This way. - Honey.

Come now.

You too.

Go. Quickly.

When will I see you again? - As soon as possible.

Safety zone. Stay out of the gates.

Civilians are not allowed on the ship.

I repeat: civilians are not allowed on the ship.

Lieutenant?

We got them. AViopari Danzigista.

Thank you.

Nothing.

Thank you.

Captain Kehding?

You are welcome. - I really hope so.

Sterup.Aliupseeri. Welcome to the ships ship.

Allow me.

Thank you.

Have we met before?

Not directly.

No nation -

No nation -

had never tried to build one of the larger ones

and a beautiful ship for its workers.

We don't offer old tubs ... - Close the door, hell!

... or low-quality rooms for a German worker.

'' llosta force '' was born of the idea ...

that only the best ... - get started!

... is good enough for a German worker.

Let the Russians sail towards the sun!

Impressive.

Bravo!

Don't worry, it won't bite.

It's just German greatness.

Hasso. Here I saw!

What did it look like, Johannsen? Oh those were the days.

Hasso! But the good times are still coming back.

I had almost forgotten how beautiful the Mediterranean is.

Captain Johannsen? - Our fighter.

Our skipper, I suppose?

Kehding. I report to the ship. - Take care of this. Hasso!

Welcome aboard.

Someone will show you in your cabin. - Thank you.

Refugee Reception January 28, 1945.

I have to get through.

Next.

Can I take these with me? - Yes.

Let me through.

Upstairs.

Toilet facilities are in the hallway.

That's you. - You are an angel.

Cover him, or others will notice.

Why are you helping us?

Children belong to their parents.

You have lost your parents.

I can see how strong you are, even though I don’t know your name.

Lilli Simoneit. - Erika Galetschky. Königsbergistä.

lhana Königsberg. I was born there.

We live in Tilsit -

but everything had to be left when the Russians came.

We met Marianne on the way. He has no one.

The baby is not expecting, but now is a bad time to give birth.

That's right.

Let me know when the moment comes.

Galetschky!

What exactly are you doing? -I help a pregnant woman.

Expectant mothers should go to the gathering place.

He will not survive alone.

I want to stay with my family.

But there are no fireplaces, beds or midwives here.

I will help you. - No.

We have traveled for three weeks. He just needs a little rest.

What's wrong with the girl? - She's Sofie.

The girl is sleeping.

She is tired and scared.

Report to me in 3 minutes, Galetschky!

You go to Kiel with Gustloff. I'll take care of it.

Not ours are taken on board.

Mom, did you hear? Let's get to Gustloff!

So you're not interested in the Navy?

12 years sailing to La Plata, it cannot be compared to a warship.

You probably understand.

On which ships?

La Coruna, Cap Norte and Gustloff, since 1938.

I miss the tropics. - So do I.

We'll get there again when this is over.

I hope you are right. I am glad that you are here.

So half of the crew was replaced by Navy men?

Well, many of us were invited.

They need to be kept an eye on. The ways of working are different.

We knew each other very well.

my county always said:

'' There will be no other captain of the same kind as old Kehding. ''

What a tragedy to disappear into the sea. - It's been 20 years.

Well, we'll see later. I'm upstairs.

Wait, someone's already here.

Lieutenant Kehding. I thought you knew that.

Is my brother here? -The top was full.

How long has he been here?

Since Christmas. - I thought he was in the hospital.

He is now working in the administrative department.

He just goes here to sleep.

Thank you. I'll be looking around soon.

The guards found you near Gustloff.

With these!

From the Navy's fuel depot.

That bag is not ours.

We were just passing by.

Maybe it was left next to the fence. You have to believe us.

We need names and destinations.

We have reliable information.

One of your "comrades" betrayed you. If you want to live, tell the truth.

No?

The submarine crew only wants to bring their relatives.

Did you know about that?

They think civilians should stay here -

until the final victory has come.

Here I saw!

Stayed here, the equipment was removed -

motor boats were exported -

and now cannons are used during air strikes.

They should be replaced.

In addition, we need thousands of life jackets and lifeboats.

How many passengers are there? - A lot. This is not a cruise.

Submarines should understand that they, too, are just strangers now.

What are you doing?

Preparations, Captain.

What people? The point is an anniversary.

What anniversary?

Anniversary of the inauguration and Gustloff's birthday.

Who told you to do this? - SS Group Leader Escher.

Clean the room immediately and move the party elsewhere.

The officer says to another:

'' What's the difference between the sun and our Führer?

'' I don't know. '' - '' The sun rises from the east, but Hitler goes down in the east. ''

Did you understand?

Better late than never.

Helper. Arrange a place for our skipper.

Is such a ship familiar?

PRACTICAL TRAINING. I took this from Hamburg to La Plata.

I was a security officer at Cap Arkona in 1939.

Do you have experience in the Baltic Sea? - Five years.

From Stettin to Luleå. Ore, timber, whatever.

Tell me, what is my brother doing here?

Employed despite his disability.

As an old submarine, he has his old cabin.

I looked around.

The radio room was out of order.

We need life jackets and lifeboats.

The machinery appeared to be in good condition, except for the shaft system.

For mercy. This jar has not been at sea for years.

Who is team leader Escher?

She is responsible for the laundry. He was in the theater. Why so?

The salons have not been emptied.

And we don’t have enough mattresses or blankets.

What would be "enough" then?

Everyone left on the beach is too much.

But we can’t overload the ship and put everyone in danger.

Of course not.

But I am ordered to take as many civilians as possible.

The Gustloff capacity should be about 10,000.

Listen, Kehding.

This ship is primarily the home of the submarine training department.

You are not the head of the military transport department.

No, but I have to make sure the ship gets to the Languages.

Safely and well loaded. - 10,000 is less than all.

When was the last time you looked out?

I urge you to respect Captain Johannsen.

He was commanding the ships before you were even born.

Save me from this conversation.

Our situation is uncomfortable enough.

I can't help you.

No, don't!

You have already made friends here.

Are you awake?

Those idiots sewed me together completely wrong.

Was sharing a cabin your idea?

After all, we had less space in that cramped jar.

It's been a long time.

You always surprise me.

You would have written to mom. He thinks you're still in Pillau.

I heard you're going to have surgery in Languages.

What are you doing here for long days?

Are you listening to me?

I was not separated from the Navy.

It will not change now.

Life is not a cruise. And the whole world is not always yours.

You will get your "Final Win" without me.

You have always done the right thing.

Mom never had to worry. The evil Harald always did the dirty work.

How should we get along here?

When we sailed to Heligoland as young boys -

you were like glued to the rudder.

You smelled every gust of wind before it got to us.

I asked you a question.

This ship belongs to the submarine troops.

I haven't lived at home since 1939! - Et.

You play around the Baltic Sea.

While the others die, you go out to sea when it’s sunny.

Let it be. You haven't seen the best yet.

Your brother is a maritime legend, you must be good too.

Guide groove!

Thank you.

I have an early rise and a lot to do. Good night.

Transfer the air defense to the sun deck.

Are you the new captain? - I am.

When do we leave?

When the ship is ready and fully loaded.

Are those relatives of submarines ?

Yes, Captain. Families.

How long does it take? - Why so?

My girl in Languages ​​is having a baby.

Then we are in a hurry.

I'm looking for Erika Galetschky. He should be employed.

He's in the yard. But I didn't tell you.

Ship cards? Who shares them?

We, I guess.

Or party officials. I just collect them.

At last.

Oh, you.

I wanted to see you.

I thought Burkat got me caught.

Additional service?

Destiny.

You here ... I find it hard to believe it.

I've been thinking about you almost all the time.

Would there be a nicer place here?

Shouldn't you be on a ship? - I can sleep later.

After the Final Victory.

Come.

Look.

A Christmas present from you.

I've stayed the course. - You like it.

Of course.

'' We're making the whole world bleed. ''

That's what my father said.

'' But the war is coming to our homes, and we have to pay for everything. ''

We have to stay together no matter what happens.

Movement. The bomb shelter!

The bomb shelter!

Erika!

Erika!

Ahead!

Ahead!

They fly over.

They are not yet of interest to Gotenhafen. They fly to Königsberg.

Did you hear?

I don't think so.

Are you crazy? - Stop. Hellmut, please.

This is my cousin Hagen. He's on the radio with Gustloff.

2nd class radio operator, Koch. - I think I'll see you on the ship.

Sorry, but my cousin in a public place. You see.

We met in Königsberg in the summer.

He bought the book for his mother. From our store.

But, still a public place and you are in uniform.

Erika comes to Languages ​​with me.

Gustloffilla?

Gustloff? You don't do anything like that.

You are a department member. You have to face the wall.

Yes, we will figure it out.

I said no! You're not going with Gustloff.

You get enemies for yourself, just like your father.

Over my dead body.

Whats wrong with her? - I do not know.

His wife is still in Memel. The Russians are there.

When will you get on the ship?

It is not easy.

I have to go or Burkat will kill me.

Come on in!

What does this mean?

Sorry, wrong cabin. - What are you doing?

But I...

So this is it.

You shame me because I don’t care about those wolves.

You did not announce that you were leaving the ship. - What do you want?

I'm looking for another place for myself.

They need to have a free corner somewhere else.

You lost your ship and your family, it’s a miracle you’re still alive.

It’s probably bitter, but don’t turn it on to me.

I met one girl. Her name is Erika.

We met last summer in Königsberg. Is it enough?

'' My heart wants to be a sailor and I'll find you there somewhere. ''

'' Your laughter ... '' - Are you crazy?

'' The torches of death plunge in the night and I can only stand them ... ''

How dare you examine my stuff?

You have given up, Hellmut!

God help you if you have false friends.

I met Erika at the bookstore. We have been writing ever since.

I'm in love.

I notice that you have forgotten what it means.

There is no love in war.

Good evening. - Even, Captain.

There has to be a cabin somewhere, whatever happens.

Near the bridge? That's hard to find.

Please only.

Purser's office.

Yes.

Captain?

It's for you.

Kehding? - I just wanted to hear your voice.

The operator agreed to merge.

Are you skilled! That thing with your cousin ...

Why did you leave? - Because he was out of control.

I already inquired. My boss won't let me go.

He must. Everyone is allowed to take their family members with them.

Do not tell anyone. I owe you debt.

I never saw you.

Officers' Fair - January 29, 1945.

It would be time for us to leave.

Especially because of their bombers.

The weather is getting worse too.

Then let everyone on board Forget the ship cards.

We can't do that.

The party wants to know who is traveling on the ship.

Why? What does it matter to those people?

Or is this going to be a party event?

It wasn't my idea.

Then just hand out the ship cards.

When the gates are opened, no one stops them.

All right, Kehding. But this discussion never took place.

Seis, Hasso! lstu!

The time has now been decided. We are leaving tomorrow.

We have 24 hours for loading?

My submarines and their families are on board.

I am not responsible for anything else.

We still need life jackets, rafts and a convoy.

We go to Languages, not Rio!

Hasso!

But the ship needs to be ready.

And I won’t leave anyone on the beach if we just have room for them.

You can't take everyone with you. Believe me already.

Is there air defense on the deck?

Is. We are able to defend ourselves when necessary.

This ship can't defend itself, you know that.

Your merchant navy days are over, Mr. Kehding.

Leave the war to us.

Next.

Only passengers with a ship card can board .

Next. Have your ship card ready.

Tell us your full name and place of birth.

Great to see civilians again.

What about Petri? Is barking worse than biting?

He was the submarine commander in the Atlantic -

but he was transferred to the training division.

There is less annoyance for him there. - Why?

He had a British cruiser in sight, Churchill had it!

Did Petri shoot past? - And how! Silly tactical error.

Even though no one talks about it, it still had to be punished.

Do you trust submarines?

Take them out and open the gates. Time is running out.

Good morning, submarines! - Good morning, Captain!

Gentlemen! Troop!

You have a week of intense training behind you .

You have practiced the duties of the Submarine Troops diligently .

Great challenges await you.

In this difficult time, the fate of your country is in your hands.

New submarines are waiting for you in Languages.

With new forces, we are pushing the enemy back beyond our borders.

the Baltic Sea is ours.

Where are the decorations?

This hall was booked. I demand an explanation.

All facilities must be emptied for refugees.

Do you know Dönitz's command?

We need mattresses here.

You again. You have already made quite an impression.

Who will give you your command?

Chief of Maritime Transport himself, Rear Admiral Engelhardt!

We don't like you here.

You don't have to. My command is to obey my commandments.

On your ship?

I have an order to take Gustloff to Languages ​​-

and I act under the authority of the Grand Admiral .

Dönitz's order does not mention ceremonies. Check it out.

Flags and decorations for my office.

Was the city fun in the evening?

Small Electric Store.

Who did you meet so late?

I don't know what you're talking about.

What do you think of Erika?

We have grandparents in common, Galetschkyt.

They are from Königsberg, and we are from Memel.

What does it belong to you?

You should want him on the ship, after all.

Why are you blocking it? - He has no place on this ship.

Don't you want him safely out of Gotenhafen?

You seem to want to get entangled in the affairs of others.

I know what Erika wants.

You must not confuse his head.

Does the radio officer know you have bad nerves?

Captain!

So you're taking us to Kiel?

Sellmer, radio officer.

Did you have any questions? - No, everything's fine.

I'm just a round.

How long has he been here?

About an hour. I gave him something to sleep on.

Whats wrong with her?

Inflamed stomach. The surgery was done too late.

His ship was on fire, he could not get out of there.

What is he doing now?

All I know is that he is in the War Transport Administration.

Can you fix him in Languages?

He does seem strong.

That's what he is.

Thank you.

I want to be notified immediately. You know what to do, gentlemen.

Kehding!

What do you do on naval premises?

I'm looking for my brother.

He hasn't come yet. Can I help somehow?

What is he doing here? - I can't tell you.

But you know what?

Well, if he hasn't told you himself ...

But once you are here ...

When did we sail?

Tomorrow? Really bad idea.

Look around you.

Now everyone wants to go west, led by me.

You have to wait at least another three or four days.

The submarine department made the decision. - All escort vessels are in use.

You need three deminers.

And torpedo boats, otherwise it would be madness.

Russian submarines are approaching us -

even if they know the dangers.

They have been seen in Bornholm and elsewhere.

Does the submarine department know that? - You can be sure of that.

Three or four days. Until then, I won't get a convoy.

It works for me. We get extra time for loading.

We also need lifeboats. - Lifeboats?

I see what I can do, but I can’t promise anything.

Then one more thing.

The ship's radio operator ... I'm worried about him.

I saw him sneak into a shop in town last night.

Maybe there’s a girl, or a married woman.

I need to know if a man can be trusted.

Did you interrogate him? - Yes.

He says I'm wrong.

Could you make any inquiries?

Carefully. I don't want to create rumors.

Everyone is paranoid.

people are placed in front of the execution company far too easily.

Russian submarine S-13 January 29, 1945.

Men have to wait.

Your name?

Children? - Two.

Now it's my turn. - Move.

Your name? - Wenzel, from Tilsit.

We're not leaving Sofie here.

But he's dead.

What have I done? Why have I lost everything?

We can't take him to Gustloff.

Who is waiting for us in Languages?

Don't talk about that. lsä will return soon.

There must be a letter from him already at home .

I dream about him every night.

He runs through a rain of fire -

he drops his gun -

and then he looks at me.

'' Don't, Lilli, '' he whispers.

'' We've been condemned, but don't tell the kids. ''

Let go of my son. She is 13!

Everyone claims the same. - Don't touch him!

Take off that jacket!

Show me your hand. - Do you think I'm stupid?

I knew. Coward again!

Mom, look who's over there.

There. Captain Kehding!

Are you still here?

Where is Erika? - In the hospital, with Marianne.

They'll take my son anyway.

Maybe we will succeed again.

Come on.

I can't take you with me now.

It does not matter.

And others swallow the dust, you coward too!

Let's go!

Sorry.

Moving on.

Electrical equipment January 29, 1945.

What is happening in there? - I'd like to know that too.

Who's that? - I'd like to know, too.

I have to go. Don't let anyone see you.

You have to get on board.

I am with Marianne. She thinks the groom is back.

Someone has the same name and refuses to listen.

We are leaving tomorrow. Have you already talked to your supervisor?

He won't let go. Loyalty to death.

We should be related. Or married.

We are engaged. That should be enough.

Are you kidding?

My stuff is in the hall. - Get them.

View the letter. His signature and stamp should suffice.

He doesn't do it. - Then he gets in trouble.

I'm talking to the transport officer. He has no choice.

Yes, he came up with something.

Was that it?

What do you mean?

Not a very romantic engagement.

So what did you expect? - Courting?

Yes.

Your fiance is not here.

No, no, I don't believe you.

Calm down.

Werner!

Think of your child.

Werner?

Calm down.

Come with me.

Marianne.

I want to die. Why can't I be dead?

We have space on board for expectant mothers.

I'm not going anywhere. Not without Werner.

He is not here. He's not coming anymore.

You need to think now about yourself and the child you are carrying.

The ship has hot food and a decent bed.

I don't want any ship.

I need to go. I've been away too long.

I'll figure this out, and then get my stuff.

Can I bring Lill too?

The boy is the problem. - Can't you do anything?

The boy is 16 and soldiers are needed.

But there must be some way ...

Quickly now, or the bridge to the ship will be closed.

Ask me or Officer Sterup. It's that man with the hand.

I know.

I will come soon.

Wake up.

Aren't you hungry?

A terrible thing.

This dead child has been here for many days!

Take the girl away.

He belongs to me.

Take him away.

It's my Sofie.

Miss Galetschky. You wanted to hide the dead child.

Erika didn't know about it.

He is not the only one who has lost someone.

You have been away without permission again.

I'm talking to you!

That pregnant woman, it was an emergency.

You are the only emergency here!

Officer! - Please ...

I asked him to do so, it’s not his fault.

Take him behind bars.

No, it can't be done. I'm waiting, please.

Please.

Take him away!

You can't do this!

You can't do this!

Be careful a little.

In!

Lieutenant, your brother ... - Thank you.

I thought you were in the hospital.

Submarines do not lie down.

In addition, naval doctors have strong weapons in their closets.

What do you want?

We have no secrets here. -Say no more.

Do you still consider me a traitor because I don’t wear the same uniform?

It doesn’t hurt, but understand already that we are no longer children.

I am here Our captain, like it or not.

Harald, I'm talking to you.

What ’s so interesting about that radio ?

Radio operator? Who spoke like that.

Right. Leonberg.

Erika Galetschky. How well do you know him?

No, this is not going to happen.

This is not over yet.

Are you playing the Gestapo now? Are you my brother?

The Navy is not a tourist trip.

We need to be vigilant. - And you can spy on me?

You asked about radio Koch, who is Erika Galetschky's cousin.

We keep an eye on our people. So?

Erika writes gloomy poems. What about it?

He has lost everything. There is no need to keep an eye on him!

He wears a naval uniform.

He was called, like everyone else.

Low-flying bombers sank the ship in Kochi in the fall.

He survived home through Sweden and registered immediately.

His wife and daughter are still in Memel.

They did not have time to escape before the Russians arrived.

Maybe they didn't want to. - I don't know, I don't know them.

Some of our comrades think -

that they can end the war by shooting their own people.

Sabotage?

Are you serious?

Okay then.

How else can our mother? - If only he could see you!

However, someone has to do the dirty work.

Leonberg.

Mr. Kehding?

What are you doing here?

I went to that store, the electrician.

What?

They were naval men. - What happened there?

I heard voices and then the radio. - Did you fire anything?

Anything on the radio? - Just crackling.

You must not break into places! - You wanted to know about it.

It's OK. Where are you going to go?

I didn't say this then, is that clear?

What is he doing?

What is happening here? - Let go of Erika.

He has lost everything.

No exceptions. He does no good to the spirit.

Come here.

What exactly is going on? - Ship cards are no longer needed.

You can get on the ship without it.

Why haven't I been told?

Out of the way.

Moving on.

Mum?

Crafts! Where have you been?

Where's Sofie?

They understood.

Sofie is now being buried -

with many others. I wasn't allowed to go.

Better this way.

Me...

We wouldn't have gotten him.

I know how to get on the ship.

You have to go too. We'll meet on the ship.

Are you going to board the ship in secret?

Then go, darling.

God protect you.

I have to go to town. Take responsibility for it.

Here. From Captain Kehding.

She is the captain's bride.

Lights off!

No time to undress?

I always sleep on clothes, all the way from sinking.

Lieutenant!

How long have you been here? - From 20:10.

Has anyone been here? - No, it's my turn.

Have you visited the countries?

I do not. I wanted to sleep at least once properly.

For the first time in Gotenhafen? - Yes, Lieutenant.

Do you know anyone in town?

No one. -Think carefully.

Well, there's one cousin from Königsberg.

He is in the auxiliary forces. Galetschky, Erika.

It became clear to me that he was only here a couple of days ago.

You have been seen in the city. without permission.

I'm sorry, I had not seen my cousin for a long time.

Where does such secrecy come from?

There was a lot of work, and I didn’t want my comrades to think -

that I was just having fun.

What should we think? - I do not understand.

I have not done anything wrong.

I've been in the Navy since -39. I know my place.

What are you and your cousin discussing?

What are we talking about?

Family. Of our families, what else?

Erika has lost everything.

The family home is gone. They had a great bookstore.

We know that. Your family stayed in Memel?

Yes, sir.

How do you know that? - We ask questions.

Are you in touch with them?

How could I be? The Russians are there now.

Have you never been in contact with them yourself?

In.

That civilian, Kehding. He turns people against me.

What makes you think so?

Because of my cousin. She's trying to seduce my cousin.

Wasn't it the other way around? - I can't say anything about that.

Why don't you want to take him to the Languages ​​with you?

Erika belongs to the military unit. His superiors take care of him.

Clear non-commissioned officer. Carry on.

If your cousin contacts you, let us know immediately.

Russian submarine S-13 January 29, 1945.

Attention. Going to the outer decks is prohibited.

Passengers are asked to stay inside the ship.

Here, Captain. Don't you get any sleep?

Good practice for the days to come.

Do you want to stay on board after getting to Kiel?

The transport department wants that. It is a good idea.

We take civilians to Flensburg. It's calmer there.

To help these people, we need such a ship.

Submarines have no choice. - Yes.

What do you know about what my brother does?

An old submarine. Lots of special tasks.

On the coast of New York. As an agent and such.

Yes, but what about now?

Waste of time. - Am I interrogating the neighbors?

Yes.

Out of the way. Moving on.

Ship's laundry room January 29, 1945. At 12:00.

So?

Are you the team leader for the place? - I am.

I heard you need help arranging the anniversary.

Help? Yeah yeah.

Your name? - Burkat.

Berta Burkat, from Kolberg. - Right?

You look like a decent party member. What do you want to do?

That's where I am needed.

Congratulations, congratulations ...

In honor of the 50th anniversary of our faithful comrade Wilhelm Gustloff!

He died for our people, but lives in our spirit!

Hi, Lieutenant.

Shampanjaa!

Drink in honor of the man by whom this ship is named.

Listen, Escher. Ships are named after the stars -

such as Orion, Sirius or Aldebara or beautiful places -

Cape Arkona, Tierra del Fuego. Or at least according to beautiful wives.

Why the heck Wilhelm Gustloff? Ship, Escher!

What a ship. It makes you feel safe right away.

The party knows that, and they owe us.

A trip to Madeira would, of course, have been better.

The German Baltic Sea is also good.

So you're from Kolberg? - From a nearby village, Lumin.

Really?

What brings you to Gotenhafen?

Gotenhafeniin? Deploimentaatio.

So I am passing through.

You are where you are needed. I understand.

Erika?

I am here. - Wait a minute.

Open the door!

I'll be there soon, wait.

Open the door!

It would be irresponsible to leave without an escort.

We are just cabin attendants on this voyage.

The submarine department has control here.

Would you leave even if there was no convoy?

We will not decide on that, unfortunately.

What if the gangs had their own escorts ?

The submarines won’t wait, no more days.

Tunisia. What happened there?

You have, of course, been told about it.

I asked a little when I heard that I would work with you.

I have promised to the English, that I no longer would result in the ship.

I promised in writing.

I had no options. Prison camp or liberty.

But the price was that I would no longer act as commander in this war.

Really?

So am I only in nominal leadership? - Stupidity.

We need someone who knows the Baltic Sea.

I want to make sure I command here.

It is guaranteed.

Good morning, good gentlemen.

The decision has now been made. We sailed today at 12:30.

lstu!

Don't look at me around.

The submarine's own ships will accompany us.

Make the necessary preparations, Captain.

Attention. The ship leaves the port at lunchtime.

Always keep your life jacket on hand.

Attention. The ship leaves the port ...

Move now! Lift the boats here!

Stay on the lower deck in designated areas.

No passing out. Stay on the lower deck.

Stay in certain areas. Thank you.

Captain, of your brother's duties here.

Something happened in my mind.

Before you arrived, the ship was thoroughly inspected -

each cover.

It was Petri's order, but your brother organized it.

Officially, it was a precaution. But explosives were sought.

What? Was it a threat? - I do not know. We were not told.

Was anything found?

No.

Thank you.

Today? Unbelievable!

Thousands of wings are in danger!

First of all, I am responsible for my men.

They are needed in Languages to change the course of the war.

I'm afraid you're misjudging the situation.

I have received information inquiry.

Enemy ships are not expected. They know they would be destroyed.

Let's hope so.

Jesus Christ, Petri.

You sailed in disguise, with anti-aircraft and cadets.

Does not appear to be a civilian ship.

We have escort ships involved.

The submarine forces take care of themselves.

If I am not mistaken, you have other responsibilities!

Now is the high time for everyone to do what they can!

You are safe as soon as you get on the ship.

He is the captain. - But the police are looking for me.

Rice uniform. - I have nothing else.

Come. - What?

Marianne, wait. Take off your coat.

I do not. - Take it off, quickly.

You take the blanket.

Thank you.

Movement. Come on, Marianne.

Come.

I need to find Hellmut right away, he gets to hide me.

One more time, Petri.

One more time, Petri.

Give me two days.

Then you get a decent convoy and we can all sleep well.

I'm sorry, I do not have time to spare.

Time is a relative concept.

Like I said, my men are needed in battle.

Explosives were searched on the ship.

Is there or was there any threat of sabotage?

It was just a precaution.

If you say so.

You can believe that security has been taken care of.

Every day is too much. There is already a lot of chaos.

Right.

We will be in Kiel tomorrow night.

Lieutenant Captain, your efforts will be appreciated.

But the torpedo boat '' L '' and two fighters are taking us -

and new deminers will stay with us for as long as needed.

I'm sure that at first you needed elsewhere.

Let us go.

Childbirth begins. Marianne!

Let us through. She needs help. - Stop. Wait.

Take him to the hospital immediately. - We were right there.

We are expected at Gustloff. Ask Captain Kehding on the scene.

Out. See for yourself!

Auxiliaries! Which unit?

Marianne?

No?

I'm in charge of this woman. My unit is boarding the ship.

Come here!

Get Schultze here.

I have to get ... Please. - He won't last long.

Then go.

You stay here.

Say Hellmutille that I am here!

Look at what we have here. - Another fugitive!

Shut up. Moving on!

Lieutenant-Commander? - What?

You already heard it. They can do it themselves.

Do they have those ships? - I hope so.

If we do our job, these people could even be in Siberia.

Is this the only ship to the west today?

Hipper is also leaving, with a good convoy.

Can't we join? - We do not.

They are too fast for this holiday cruiser.

Hipper is a top ship, and therefore the enemy's mind.

They also have a thousand children on board.

See you next week. This deck and this ship.

Bring a bottle of Flensburg rum.

I'll bring you the whole barrel.

Captain, Erika is at the gate and needs your help.

Quickly.

Sorry.

Let it through.

Sorry.

Did the young woman ask me?

Kehding. -Apujoukoista?

Yes. Where is he? - I must have gone to town.

He had no case here. - Back to town?

Moving on.

Attention. The boarding is over.

The ship will leave in a moment.

The boarding is over.

The ship will leave in a moment.

Keep your life jacket on hand at all times.

Stay fully clothed throughout the trip.

Keep the blackout doors closed.

Passengers are not allowed to leave the designated area.

He's gone.

He cannot return to his unit after his escape.

I am needed on the bridge.

I don't use this cabin, so feel at home.

How can we make up for this?

As long as he has a child safely in the world.

I will see how you can when we return to Languages.

But ... Where is my son?

Out of the way!

Moving on!

Open the gate! Stand back!

Moving on.

All stations, ready to go.

No closer!

Lieutenant Kehding. An official matter. - Our Kehding or his brother?

Lieutenant Captain Kehding! I hold you responsible. Your name?

lhan sama.

Lieutenant Kehding!

Message to you.

May the god be with you.

January 30, 1945 - 01:10.

Do not worry. I'll be back again.