Knot
Knot

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Knot

1985
Movie
106 min
Macedonian

The story takes place in March of 1943 during transportations of Jews from Skopje. Nikola is a surgeon who was taken his working license away, and spends evening hours at the local bar where German officers, along with Bulgarian officer Simeonov, play Russian roulette with their gun pointed at prisoner's head. After suicide of one German mayor, Nikola and the prisoner escape.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: P.W. HagensGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman is plagued by nightmares and visions after witnessing a murder. She becomes entangled in a dangerous investigation as she tries to uncover the truth behind the crime and her own connection to it. As the mystery deepens, she finds herself in increasing peril from those who want the truth to remain buried.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its suspenseful atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the thriller elements and others finding it a somewhat forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and intriguing premise.

  • Criticized for a muddled storyline and a lack of satisfying resolution.

  • Performances, particularly from the lead, were noted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Knot' are sparse, with limited consensus. Some viewers found the film to be a decent, albeit predictable, thriller, while others felt it failed to live up to its potential, citing plot holes and character underdevelopment.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the Pacific Northwest, with several scenes filmed in the dense forests adding to its atmospheric suspense.

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