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A Master Builder
A successful, ego-maniacal architect who has spent a lifetime bullying his wife, employees and mistresses wants to make peace as his life approaches its final act.
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Plot Summary
A successful architect, Halvard Solness, is haunted by the death of his wife and the loss of his children, leading him to seek solace in a relationship with a young woman named Kaja Fosli. As his professional and personal life intertwines, Solness grapples with his past and the consequences of his ambition.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its pacing slow and its themes underdeveloped. While Lars Mikkelsen's performance was often praised, the overall narrative struggled to engage audiences and critics alike.
What Reviewers Say
Lars Mikkelsen delivers a compelling performance as the tormented architect.
The film suffers from a lack of clear narrative direction and slow pacing.
Its exploration of grief and ambition feels superficial and uninspired.
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Fun Fact
The film is an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's 1892 play of the same name.
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