Nothing Bad Can Happen
Nothing Bad Can Happen

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Nothing Bad Can Happen

2013
Movie
108 min
German

Tore, a young lost soul involved with an underground Christian punk movement, falls in with a dysfunctional family who test his seemingly unwavering faith.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Katrin GebbeGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A devout young Christian named Christian lives a sheltered life with his family, adhering strictly to their religious beliefs. When he falls in love with a girl named Lotta, his strict religious upbringing clashes with his desires. He and Lotta attempt to break free from the oppressive cult they were raised in, seeking a normal life, but their efforts lead them into a descent of extreme violence and psychological horror orchestrated by the cult's sinister leader.

Critical Reception

Nothing Bad Can Happen received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics commending its disturbing atmosphere, unflinching portrayal of religious extremism, and strong performances, particularly from Julius Feldmeier. However, some found the film's extreme violence and bleakness to be gratuitous and overwhelming.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense and disturbing exploration of religious cults.

  • Julius Feldmeier's performance as Christian was frequently highlighted.

  • Noted for its extreme violence and bleak, unsettling tone.

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Fun Fact

Director Katrin Gebbe stated that the film was inspired by a real-life event she encountered during her youth, involving a charismatic cult leader.

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