Stromberg – The Movie
Stromberg – The Movie

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Stromberg – The Movie

2014
Movie
123 min
German

The celebration of the 50th anniversary of “Capitol-Insurance” is due – that's what the bosses thought. All employees are invited to join the party in a hotel. However, rumors say the company's not doing very well. To avoid unemployment due to the possible shutdown of the smaller branch office the only option is to move to the headquarters. Now that's the ultimate challange for Stromberg, who is notoriously trying to be the example of a department manager, gathering all of his employees behind him.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Arne FeldhusenGenres: Comedy, Mockumentary

Plot Summary

Bernd Stromberg, the tyrannical and self-aggrandizing head of the "Capitol" insurance agency, is forced to confront his professional and personal failures when his company faces potential bankruptcy. To save his job and his reputation, he embarks on a series of desperate and misguided schemes, including a dubious merger and a chaotic company trip, all while alienating everyone around him. The film follows Stromberg's relentless pursuit of power and recognition, even as his actions lead to increasingly absurd and disastrous consequences.

Critical Reception

The film was generally well-received by critics and audiences, particularly by fans of the original TV series 'Stromberg'. It was praised for maintaining the series' signature satirical humor and cringe-comedy, with Christoph Maria Herbst's performance as Bernd Stromberg being a standout. While some critics noted it didn't break new ground, it was considered a satisfying conclusion for fans.

What Reviewers Say

  • Faithful continuation of the beloved TV series' cynical and awkward humor.

  • Christoph Maria Herbst delivers a masterful performance as the detestable yet compelling Bernd Stromberg.

  • A fitting, albeit predictable, send-off for the iconic character.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's success in capturing the essence and humor of the original 'Stromberg' series, with many praising its ability to elicit laughs through uncomfortable situations and Stromberg's uniquely awful personality. It's frequently described as a must-watch for fans.

Fun Fact

The film serves as a feature-length finale to the highly popular German mockumentary television series 'Stromberg', which itself was a remake of the British series 'The Office'.

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