Beck 06 - The Monster
Beck 06 - The Monster

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Beck 06 - The Monster

1998
Movie
87 min
Swedish

A bomb threat is called in to a police station in Stockholm. The police bomb squad blows the briefcase to pieces and it looks like false alarm, until a baby is found inside. Soon, e-mails are sent out to every newspaper about the nasty situation that the police had tried to keep secret. Will the police ever overcome the "Monster"?

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Daniel AlfredsonGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Detective Martin Beck is drawn into a disturbing investigation when a body is discovered in a remote forest. The victim appears to have been brutally attacked by an animal, but the evidence soon points towards a human perpetrator with a monstrous motive. As Beck and his team delve deeper, they uncover a dark secret that connects the victim to a series of unsettling events. The case tests Beck's resolve and forces him to confront the darkness lurking within humanity.

Critical Reception

Beck 06 - The Monster is generally considered a solid entry in the Beck series, praised for its atmospheric suspense and gritty portrayal of a complex crime. While not groundbreaking, it effectively delivers a compelling mystery with strong performances from the lead actors. Audience reception has been positive, appreciating its adherence to the established tone and characterizations of the franchise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and suspenseful plot.

  • Appreciated for the strong performances of the main cast, particularly Peter Haber and Mikael Persbrandt.

  • A well-executed crime drama that stays true to the established 'Beck' series formula.

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Fun Fact

The 'Beck' film series is based on the novels by Swedish author Maj Sjöwall and Per Wahlöö, which are considered foundational works in the development of the Scandinavian crime novel genre.

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