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Grensbasis 13
A story about a fictional South African police base on the border between Angola and the former South West Africa. While patrolling, a mail convoy is ambushed and most of the soldiers are shot. The captain is rescued, but one of his constables is taken prisoner. The constable’s sister is also the captain’s girlfriend. GRENSBASIS 13 (Border Post 13) tells the story of the captain’s suspenseful and action-filled rescue attempt in order to bring his sweetheart’s brother home.
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Plot Summary
In this gritty crime drama, a covert police unit operates from a clandestine base known as 'Grensbasis 13' to combat organized crime. The team faces internal conflicts and dangerous external threats as they try to dismantle a powerful criminal network. The series explores the moral ambiguities and personal sacrifices involved in undercover law enforcement.
Critical Reception
Grensbasis 13 was a moderately successful German crime series, appreciated for its tense atmosphere and realistic portrayal of police work. While not a critical darling, it gained a dedicated following for its engaging storylines and suspenseful execution, becoming a notable example of 1970s German television crime dramas.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic depiction of police investigations and the gritty urban setting.
Appreciated for its suspenseful narrative and the morally complex characters.
Viewers often found the series to be a compelling and realistic portrayal of crime-fighting.
Google audience: Audience feedback, where available, generally highlights the show's effectiveness in building suspense and its believable portrayal of law enforcement challenges. Some viewers recall it fondly as a well-made crime drama of its era.
Fun Fact
The series was produced by Bavaria Film, a prominent German film and television production company known for a wide range of genres.
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