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Overval
A white man bumps into a black man while jogging, and accuses him of having stolen his wallet.
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Plot Summary
A group of former convicts plans a daring bank heist to steal valuable diamonds. However, their intricate plan begins to unravel when an ambitious detective gets wind of their intentions. The criminals must contend not only with the police but also with internal betrayals and their own past mistakes.
Critical Reception
Overval was a moderately successful crime thriller in its native Germany, praised for its tense atmosphere and solid performances from its ensemble cast. While not a critical darling internationally, it found an audience appreciative of its suspenseful narrative and classic heist film tropes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful pacing and well-executed heist sequences.
Appreciated for the performances of its seasoned German actors.
Some found the plot slightly predictable but enjoyed the overall thriller elements.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but it is generally considered a well-made German crime film of its era.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Bavaria Film, one of Germany's oldest and largest film production companies.
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