Geisterfahrer
Geisterfahrer

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Geisterfahrer

2012
Movie
90 min
German

Freddy Kowalski and Emile Ramzy are paramedics in Hamburg and race night after night through the city, regardless of congested intersections, red lights and oncoming traffic. They are real life savers. One day they witness a murder and decide to go to the bottom of the thing itself. They come across an explosive corruption scandal that brings them in danger. Without knowing it, they hold the most important keys to investigate the crime itself in their hands.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Michael WenningGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Two rival traffic police officers, Martin and Alexander, are forced to work together when they discover a secret smuggling operation during a routine patrol. Their differing methods and competitive nature constantly clash as they try to unravel the mystery. The case becomes increasingly dangerous as they get closer to the truth, leading to a series of absurd and perilous situations.

Critical Reception

Geisterfahrer (Ghost Driver) received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its comedic elements and the chemistry between its lead actors. Some noted that while entertaining, the plot occasionally felt predictable, but the film was generally seen as a solid German crime comedy with enjoyable performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praise for the comedic timing and dynamic between the two lead actors.

  • Acknowledged for its entertaining, albeit sometimes formulaic, crime-comedy plot.

  • Seen as a well-executed German production within its genre.

Google audience: Audience reception information for Google reviews is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was part of the 'Donauaufruhr' (Danube Riot) anthology, a series of crime films commissioned by the Austrian broadcasting company ORF.

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