
Enemy at the Gates
By Jean-Jacques AnnaudEnemy at the Gates plunges viewers into the brutal Battle of Stalingrad, focusing on Vasily Zaitsef, a skilled Russian sniper, and his deadly duel with German sharpshooter Major Erwin König. The film vividly portrays the harrowing conditions of the siege, showcasing the sheer desperation and carnage of urban warfare. As Vasily's reputation grows, so does the psychological tension, culminating in a tense cat-and-mouse game between the two snipers.