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The biographical film *Wind of Change* chronicles the Scorpions' influence during the Cold War through their music, especially the titular track.
Directed by Alex Ranarivelo and produced by ESX Entertainment, the film is a collaboration between Fox Entertainment Studios and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.
The cast features Alexander Dreymon, Ludwig Trepte, Ed Speleers, and Luke Brandon Field, portraying key band members with Dominic West and David Cross in supporting roles.
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