A Message to Sandra
A Message to Sandra

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A Message to Sandra

1983
Movie
84 min
Icelandic

Jónas, working in peace and quiet in an isolated summerhouse, hires a young girl, Sandra, to cook for and look after him, and complete an ideal situation for an Icelandic writer on the brink of an international breakthrough. The plan, however, does not turn out the way Jónas intended.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Daniel MannGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A journalist investigates the murder of her mentor, a detective who was working on a case involving corporate corruption. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power, putting her own life in grave danger. She must navigate a treacherous path of deceit and betrayal to expose the truth.

Critical Reception

A Message to Sandra, a made-for-television movie, received a mixed reception. While some critics praised its suspenseful plot and lead performances, others found it to be a somewhat predictable crime drama. The film was noted for its attempt to tackle complex themes within the TV movie format.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its engaging mystery and suspense.

  • Criticized for relying on familiar crime thriller tropes.

  • The performances of the lead actors were generally well-received.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this title is not readily available. General audience reception often reflects a satisfaction with the TV movie's suspenseful plot and performances, though some may find it a standard genre entry.

Fun Fact

Despite being a made-for-television film, 'A Message to Sandra' was initially developed with the intention of being a theatrical release before its format was changed.

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