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Roland Hassel
Retired police detective Roland Hassel (Lars-Erik Berenett, who played Hassel on TV in the 1980s) is determined to solve the 1986 assassination of Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme. Without access to police files, however, the best he can manage is to attend an inept re-enactment on the 25th anniversary of the murder...
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Plot Summary
Detective Roland Hassel is tasked with investigating a seemingly routine burglary that quickly escalates into a complex and dangerous conspiracy. As he delves deeper, he uncovers corruption reaching the highest levels of power, forcing him to confront his own moral boundaries. The case becomes deeply personal as it threatens his family and his career.
Critical Reception
Roland Hassel received generally positive reviews, with critics often praising its tense atmosphere, strong performances, and intricate plot. The film was noted for its gritty realism and compelling portrayal of a detective caught in a web of deceit. While some found the pacing occasionally slow, the overall consensus highlighted its success as a compelling crime thriller.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Lars Mikkelsen's intense performance as the conflicted detective.
Commended for its dark and suspenseful atmosphere, effectively building tension.
Appreciated for its complex narrative that explores themes of corruption and morality.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on a novel by the same name by Danish author Elsebeth Egholm.
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