Arne Dahl: The Blinded Man
Arne Dahl - Misterioso A failed robbery attempt at Sydbanken outside Avesta leaves one robber lying dead with a dart through his eye, but there are no witnesses to the incident and no perpetrator is ever identified. In Stockholm, three high-profile businessmen are assassinated in a short period of time, and Jenny Hultin of National CID is assigned the task of putting together a special team to solve the case before the assassin strikes again.
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Plot Summary
A series of brutal murders targeting Swedish businessmen rocks Stockholm, leaving Inspector Jan Lewin and his special unit baffled. As the body count rises, they discover a pattern connecting the victims to a past event, leading them on a desperate hunt for a meticulously planned killer with a deep-seated motive for revenge. The investigation becomes increasingly personal as the killer seems to anticipate every move the police make.
Critical Reception
Arne Dahl: The Blinded Man, the first installment in the A-Unit series, was generally well-received for its complex plot and strong performances, particularly from Mikael Persbrandt. Critics praised its tense atmosphere and intricate mystery, though some noted that its fast pacing could occasionally leave viewers struggling to keep up with the numerous characters and plot threads.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and intricate crime narrative.
- Mikael Persbrandt's performance as Inspector Lewin was a standout element.
- The rapid pace and complex storyline were occasionally a point of criticism.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the first novel in Jan Guillou's crime series featuring police detective Jan Lewin, and it served as the pilot for the subsequent "Arne Dahl" television series.
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