Wallander: The Cellist
Wallander: The Cellist

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Wallander: The Cellist

2009
Movie
93 min
Swedish

A Russian cellist is subject to a bomb attack following a performance in Ystad. It turns out that she is a witness in a murder prosecution against a member of the Russian mafia.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Ole BornedalGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Inspector Wallander investigates the disappearance of a young woman, a cello student whose mother has reported her missing. The investigation leads him to uncover a dark secret involving her music teacher and a shadowy organization. Wallander must navigate a complex web of deception and violence to find her before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Wallander: The Cellist was generally well-received, praised for its atmospheric direction, compelling mystery, and Krister Henriksson's portrayal of the aging detective. While some found the plot a bit convoluted, the overall consensus highlighted its strengths as a solid entry in the Wallander series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and intricate plot.

  • Krister Henriksson's performance as Wallander is consistently a highlight.

  • The mystery is engaging, though at times complex to follow.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this installment of Wallander are generally positive, with viewers appreciating the continued development of the character and the gripping nature of the case.

Fun Fact

This episode is part of the second season of the Swedish Wallander television series, adapting Henning Mankell's novels.

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