“Generation War” (original title: “Unsere Mütter, unsere Väter”) is a German television miniseries that aired in 2013. Set during World War II, the series follows the lives of five German friends as they navigate the turmoil of the war.

The friends include two brothers, Wilhelm and Friedhelm, who are soldiers in the Wehrmacht, Charlotte, a nurse, Greta, a singer, and Viktor, a Jewish tailor. As the war progresses, each character faces moral dilemmas and personal challenges. Wilhelm and Friedhelm experience the brutal reality of combat on the Eastern Front, confronting the horrors of war and the moral ambiguity of their actions.

Charlotte struggles with her duty as a nurse and her growing disillusionment with the Nazi regime. Greta becomes involved with a high-ranking SS officer, while Viktor faces persecution as a Jew in Nazi Germany. The series explores themes of friendship, love, betrayal, and the devastating impact of war on individuals and society.

It offers a nuanced portrayal of ordinary people caught up in extraordinary circumstances, grappling with questions of loyalty, morality, and survival. “Generation War” received critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling and compelling characters, but also sparked controversy for its portrayal of the war and its characters’ actions.