Auf Teufel komm raus
Auf Teufel komm raus

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Auf Teufel komm raus

1995
Movie
90 min
German

Leo Strobl, called "Turbo-Leo", is the fastest photographer around. When a tragedy takes place, he is the first one on his way to cover it. Then a young photographer shows up and a deadly race between the two commences.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Michael RieblGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A young thief, haunted by his past, gets involved in a dangerous art heist. He must confront his own demons while navigating a treacherous underworld populated by eccentric criminals and double-crossing associates. The film explores themes of redemption and the struggle to escape one's destiny.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Auf Teufel komm raus' received a mixed reception. While praised for its energetic pacing and some darkly comedic moments, critics were divided on its plot coherence and character development. It did not achieve widespread international recognition but found a niche audience appreciating its genre blend.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish direction and engaging lead performance.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot that sometimes overshadows the performances.

  • Some found the blend of crime and comedy unevenly executed.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented. However, where available, viewers often point to the film's ambition in blending genres and its attempts at dark humor.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of German crime comedies emerging in the mid-1990s, attempting to bring a fresh, modern sensibility to the genre.

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