Movie spotlight
Blackout
After months of absence, guitarist Tom Schulze reappears in Berlin. He is met with a wave of rejection. A beating awaits him in his local pub, his pregnant girlfriend slams the door in his face and his best friend doesn't take kindly to him either. Tom is ready to take the fall for his past violent outbursts. He asks for a second chance. Slowly, he gets his life back under control. But when he seems to be on the verge of achieving his goal, he completely snaps...
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Plot Summary
A respected doctor wakes up with amnesia in a strange hotel room, discovering he has been accused of a brutal murder. With no memory of the past few days, he must piece together the fragmented events and clear his name before the authorities close in.
Critical Reception
Blackout received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its suspenseful narrative and James Frain's performance. Some critics found the plot somewhat predictable, but overall it was considered a well-executed thriller.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and intriguing premise.
James Frain's performance as the amnesiac doctor was widely commended.
Some viewers found the mystery's resolution to be less impactful than the build-up.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Blackout' is not readily available through aggregated Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
Michael Fassbender, who plays one of the lead roles, would go on to achieve significant international fame in later blockbuster films.
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