G som i hemlig
G som i hemlig

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G som i hemlig

1994
Movie
43 min
Swedish

About the Siemens Geheimschreiber - G printer - a crypto machine that Hitler's engineers designed in the 30's. The mathematician Arne Beurling at Uppsala University revealed the G-printer's secret.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Mikael H All bertssonGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A young man from the Stockholm archipelago finds himself drawn into a dangerous world of organized crime and drug trafficking. He navigates a path filled with betrayal, violence, and difficult choices as he tries to survive in this unforgiving environment. The film explores the consequences of his involvement and the struggle to escape his circumstances.

Critical Reception

Critically, "G som i hemlig" received mixed to positive reviews, with praise often directed at its gritty realism and performances, particularly from the lead actors. Some critics noted its compelling narrative and exploration of social issues within the criminal underworld. However, others found the pacing uneven at times or the plot occasionally predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic portrayal of Stockholm's underbelly and its tense atmosphere.

  • The performances, especially by Pelle Kj ellman, were often highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some reviews pointed out a somewhat conventional narrative arc within the crime genre.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on a novel of the same name by Swedish author Jens Lapidus, though it's important to note that the 1994 film is not directly based on his well-known

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