Melancholie der Engel
Melancholie der Engel

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Melancholie der Engel

2009
Movie
164 min
German

Upon learning that his days are numbered, a man and an old friend return to an old house that connects them by a dark secret. Along with three women and a mysterious old man, the group journeys into a horrifying abyss of debauchery and moral mayhem, leading to a fatal turn of events, during which the darkest human depths are revealed.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Andreas MarschallGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

Three young women, disillusioned with their lives, seek a darker existence. They embark on a journey filled with violence, self-destruction, and a descent into a world of extreme and disturbing acts, pushing the boundaries of their sanity and morality. The film explores themes of nihilism, alienation, and the search for meaning in a bleak reality.

Critical Reception

'Melancholie der Engel' is a highly controversial and polarizing film, often cited for its extreme graphic violence and disturbing content. It has garnered a reputation as a challenging watch, polarizing audiences and critics alike, with some deeming it an artistic statement on the darker aspects of humanity and others condemning it as gratuitous and exploitative. It is generally considered a niche film for viewers seeking extreme content.

What Reviewers Say

  • Extreme and graphic violence is a central, defining element.

  • The film's narrative is often secondary to its shock value.

  • Polarizing reception due to its transgressive and disturbing subject matter.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Director Andreas Marschall intended the film to be a controversial statement, deliberately pushing boundaries to provoke a strong reaction from viewers.

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Dr_Nostromo

Dr_Nostromo

4/100 A group of people seclude themselves away in a deserted country castle to indulge in hedonistic perversions and misogynistic depravity. Activities include freely killing animals (non-simulated), surrounding themselves with carcasse...