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Treibjagd
The love of his life, Svetlana, chose suicide twelve years ago. At that time, Stein resigned from the Federal Intelligence Service. Since then, the ex-agent no longer searches for criminals, but is a professional hunter on the prowl. One morning, Stein comes across explosive secret documents in his hunting ground. They reveal the name of the man who had Svetlana on his conscience: Like Stein, Mooser worked for the BND in the CSSR and was in love with Svetlana. Out of wounded vanity, he blocked her exit visa and thus drove the Czech woman to her death. Stein senses an opportunity for the final shot. But Mooser also knows how to lay traps...
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck ex-cop, now working as a private investigator, is hired to track down a missing witness. However, the case quickly spirals into a complex web of corruption and danger, forcing him to confront his past and his own moral code. He must navigate through a criminal underworld and double-crossing associates to uncover the truth before it's too late.
Critical Reception
Treibjagd received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its fast-paced action and the chemistry between the lead actors. Some reviews noted that while the plot had its moments of intrigue, it occasionally relied on familiar crime thriller tropes. Audiences generally found it an entertaining crime-comedy, though not a standout in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic pacing and engaging lead performances.
Noted for blending crime elements with moments of dark humor.
Some critics found the plot predictable at times.
Google audience: Audience reception for Treibjagd is largely unavailable through public Google user reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was directed by Wolfgang Becker, who would later achieve international fame with the highly successful German comedy 'Good Bye, Lenin!' released the following year.
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