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Vivian loves sex and pursues her unusual preferences in excessive affairs. Everything changes when she gets involved with the Senator for Justice Ertel, because here the boundaries between sex play and rape become blurred. She goes to court. In her lawyer Maria, she finds an understanding supporter who, like Vivian, enjoyed her freedom in her youth...
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Plot Summary
A successful lawyer, Martin Genzkow, is struggling with his conscience after defending a client he suspects is guilty of a heinous crime. The case forces him to confront his own moral compromises and the blurred lines between right and wrong. As the legal proceedings intensify, Genzkow finds himself increasingly isolated and tormented by doubt, questioning his role in the justice system.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its psychological depth and strong performances, particularly from Michael Lerchenberg. Some found the plot occasionally predictable, but the overall exploration of moral ambiguity was generally well-received by audiences interested in thought-provoking dramas.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense psychological drama and effective lead performance.
Noted for exploring complex themes of guilt, morality, and the legal system.
Some viewers found the pacing or plot resolutions to be less compelling.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through aggregated Google reviews.
Fun Fact
The film is based on a novel of the same name by Austrian author Andrea Maria Schenkel.
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