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Leaving Copacabana
A thriller-comedy about siblings stealing busts throughout Skopje.
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Plot Summary
A successful Swedish businessman, Lars, lives a seemingly perfect life with his family in Spain. However, his world begins to unravel when he receives a mysterious email from a woman claiming to be his daughter from a past affair. As Lars investigates, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of manipulation and deceit, forcing him to confront long-buried secrets and the potential ruin of everything he holds dear.
Critical Reception
Leaving Copacabana received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and Stellan Skarsgård's performance. However, some found the plot predictable and the ending unsatisfying. It garnered moderate audience attention, resonating with those who enjoy psychological thrillers with complex characters.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and strong lead performance.
Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat formulaic.
The film offers a compelling exploration of guilt and consequence.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available for this film.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel 'Rooftop' by Lars Arrhenius.
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