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Devil in Human Being
A young girl, Suli, marries a young man, Zhengli. After the marriage, Su Li realizes that her husband is acting strangely, so she follows him to Zheng Li's former home and encounters a series of strange events. Finally, Su Li learns from her nanny, Wang Ma, that the house was haunted three years ago, and that Zheng Li's sister-in-law, Li Zhen, was forced by a ghost to hang herself from a beam, and that Zheng Li's brother came back as a madman. The day after Su Li learns of all this, the bookkeeper Lao Wang is killed again, and next, the nursemaid is also brutally murdered. Suli knows she is in danger and wants to leave immediately, but Zhengli does not agree. Suli is in danger several times, but fortunately saved, and finally finds the real killer, and kills him because he is full of evil!
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Plot Summary
This Yugoslavian drama chronicles the harrowing experiences of civilians and soldiers caught in the brutal realities of World War II. It focuses on the moral compromises and psychological toll exacted by conflict, exploring themes of survival, loss, and the struggle to maintain humanity amidst widespread destruction.
Critical Reception
The film is recognized as a significant piece of Yugoslav cinema, offering a stark and unflinching portrayal of war's impact on ordinary people. While critical reception was largely positive for its thematic depth and performances, its somber tone and depiction of wartime atrocities made it a challenging watch for some audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its powerful anti-war message and realistic depiction of wartime suffering.
Commended for strong performances that convey the emotional weight of the characters' experiences.
Noted for its bleak but important historical perspective on the Yugoslav front.
Google audience: Audience reviews, where available, often highlight the film's emotional impact and its effectiveness in portraying the devastating human cost of war. Viewers frequently express admiration for its historical authenticity and the raw performances.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of Yugoslav war dramas that emerged in the post-war era, seeking to document and process the nation's wartime experiences and national liberation struggle.
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