Bodies for Sale
Bodies for Sale

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Bodies for Sale

2017
Movie
Adult · 18+
67 min
Swedish

100% Swedish! Sex film produced in Sweden

Insights

IMDb5.0/10
Director: Lars D. KristensenGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A dark thriller where a desperate father, struggling with debt, becomes entangled in a dangerous underworld. He gets involved in a scheme involving the illegal trade of human organs, leading him down a perilous path with grave consequences. As he navigates this treacherous territory, he must confront his moral compromises and fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Bodies for Sale received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its predictable plot and uneven pacing. While some acknowledged its attempt at a gritty crime thriller, many found it failed to deliver a compelling narrative or strong character development. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film's dark themes and violent content overwhelming without sufficient narrative payoff.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a convoluted and unoriginal plot.

  • Character development is weak, making it difficult to connect with the protagonists.

  • Despite its dark premise, the thriller elements often fall flat.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a trend of Scandinavian crime thrillers that gained international attention in the 2010s, often characterized by their bleak atmosphere and complex moral dilemmas.

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