# The Keeper (2018)

> A German prisoner of war finds love, belonging, and unlikely sporting glory in postwar England as a goalkeeper for Manchester City.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/336343

## Facts

- Runtime: 114 min
- Genres: Drama, War, History
- Director: Marcus H. Rosenmüller
- Cast: David Kross, Freya Mavor, John Henshaw, Gary Lewis, Harry Melling, Michael Socha, Julian Sands, Dave Johns
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4642192/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: sincere, warm, uplifting, sports night, historical drama evening

## Synopsis

A powerful love story unfolds amidst the chaos of war and prejudice.

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