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Ken Folletts Eisfieber
A deadly virus is stolen from the high-security laboratory of a biotechnology company. Although the thief can be found, lifeless and bleeding from the nose and ears, the danger is not over yet: A gang of unscrupulous criminals is also on the hunt for the virus. Super-GAU at Oxenford Medical: A lab technician has stolen a rabbit infected with the deadly Madoba-2 virus from the high-security laboratory near Edinburgh. After the thief's gruesome death by infection, a frantic damage limitation operation begins. Toni Gallo, the head of security at Oxenford, realizes that the theft is only the prelude to an even greater catastrophe, because only a few days later criminals attack the laboratory and steal the virus. When a terrible snowstorm condemns the police to inactivity, Toni takes up the pursuit of the perpetrators alone...
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Plot Summary
In 1970, a young British writer, struggling to find inspiration, travels to a remote research station in the Arctic. He becomes entangled in a dark mystery involving a series of unexplained deaths and a dangerous conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. As the harsh Arctic environment closes in, he must uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim.
Critical Reception
Ken Folletts Eisfieber received mixed reviews. While praised for its atmospheric tension and stunning visuals of the Arctic landscape, some critics found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and predictable. The performances were generally well-regarded, but the film struggled to achieve widespread commercial success.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and visual depiction of the Arctic.
Criticized by some for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
The film effectively builds tension but relies on familiar thriller tropes.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the 1983 novel of the same name by bestselling author Ken Follett.
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