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Good and Evil
Jørgen Leth can squeeze poetry from a stone and wit from dust, and he can find love where the milk of human kindness runs dry. In a series of tableaux of Life in Denmark, he carries absurdism to a happy extreme. To act out his minuscule non-dramas, he uses a motley crew of professional actors like Ghita Nørby and Claus Nissen, writer Dan Turéll plus a snake charmer, a bicycle racer and a circus queen.
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Plot Summary
In a small town, a series of brutal murders target young women, and the only witness is a traumatized young boy. As the investigation unfolds, suspicion falls on a charismatic but sinister newcomer to the town, who seems to possess an unnatural influence over the community. The police race against time to uncover the truth before another life is taken, confronting the darkness lurking beneath the surface of idyllic small-town life.
Critical Reception
Good and Evil (1975) received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences upon its release. While some acknowledged its attempt at suspense and unsettling atmosphere, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. The film is often cited as a lesser-known entry in the horror genre of the 1970s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and unsettling premise.
Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
Seen as an uneven but occasionally chilling thriller.
Google audience: Audience reviews for "Good and Evil" are scarce, but those available suggest a divisive viewing experience. Some viewers appreciated the film's dark tone and suspenseful moments, while others found it slow-paced and ultimately unsatisfying.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a relatively low budget, which reportedly led to some creative compromises in its production and visual effects.
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