The film tells the story of Germany's 1954 World Cup-winning soccer team, intertwining it with two other narratives. One follows a young boy's family, torn apart by World War II, as his father returns from Russia after 11 years and struggles to readjust to life with his wife and children. The other story centers around a reporter and his wife, who cover the tournament, bringing their own experiences to the forefront.
The Miracle of Bern
In post-war Germany, a young boy from a working-class family is reconnected with his estranged father, a war prisoner returning home, as his friend pursues his dream of becoming a soccer star with the German National Team during the 1954 FIFA World Cup.
