Seilergasse 8
Seilergasse 8

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Seilergasse 8

1960
Movie
90 min
German

The young lady Lisa Gau probably took her own life at Seilergasse 8 in Rostock, at least that's what it looks like. Captain Schirding, who has been assigned to the case, sees things differently. Together with forensic scientist Kurt Lisowski, he investigates the case and soon discovers that Lisa was poisoned and is shocked when all the evidence points to his...

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Josef von BákyGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A series of mysterious deaths plague a family, leading investigator Inspector Keller to uncover a web of greed and deceit. As Keller delves deeper, he finds himself entangled in the family's dark secrets, where the motive for murder seems to be rooted in inheritance and betrayal. The investigation intensifies as more potential victims are identified, and the killer's identity remains elusive until the final moments.

Critical Reception

The film received moderate attention for its suspenseful plot and effective direction within the German crime genre of the era. While not a groundbreaking masterpiece, it was appreciated for its tense atmosphere and solid performances, particularly from its lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and intricate plot.

  • Commended for building a tense atmosphere.

  • Noted for competent performances from the cast.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this older German film.

Fun Fact

Josef von Báky, the director, was also known for directing the acclaimed 1944 film 'Münchhausen'.

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