The original German name for this film is “The Tiger,” the nickname given the tank by designer Ferdinand Porsche. The story takes place on the Eastern Front of World War II, when a five-man crew is sent on a secret mission behind the front line. Naturally, the intensity of the tank’s close quarters creates plenty of tension, especially when they’re being bombarded. Their journey becomes more severe as they travel more deeply into enemy territory. The performances embody the fear that permeates a wartime excursion and director Dennis Gansel has added to the effect with some mildly effective sequences. There are a few scenes of brutal cruelty and some events challenge credibility, including the ending. Ultimately, fans of war stories might find it interesting, but it never culminates in an especially gripping tank trek. 
(2 / 5)
