Thomas Quick
Thomas Quick

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Thomas Quick

2002
Movie
50 min
Swedish

Previously believed to have been a serial killer, having confessed to more than 30 murders while incarcerated in a mental institution for personality disorders. Convicted of eight of these murders. TV3 aired a documentary that exposed serious flaws with the Quick investigation.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Mikael HåfströmGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

The film follows the investigation into the crimes of Thomas Quick, a serial killer who confesses to numerous murders. As detectives delve deeper, they uncover a disturbing pattern of manipulation and questionable confessions.

Critical Reception

Thomas Quick received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its tense atmosphere, strong performances, and thought-provoking exploration of guilt and confession. Some noted its bleak tone but acknowledged its effectiveness as a psychological thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful direction and compelling central performance.

  • Critiqued for its dark and often disturbing subject matter.

  • Lauded as a sharp and intelligent crime thriller.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the real-life case of Sture Bergwall, who confessed to over 30 murders under the pseudonym Thomas Quick before recanting his confessions.

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