Something Left, Something Taken
Something Left, Something Taken

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Something Left, Something Taken

2010
Movie
11 min
English

Everyone who enters a crime scene leaves something behind and takes something away. "Something Left, Something Taken" is an animated dark comedy about a vacationing couple's encounter with a man they believe to be the Zodiac Killer.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Per SandenGenres: Drama, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young man named Alex is released from prison and is determined to go straight and rebuild his life. However, he quickly finds himself drawn back into the criminal underworld due to mounting debts and the lingering influence of his past. He becomes entangled in a dangerous game involving stolen goods and double-crosses, forcing him to confront the consequences of his choices.

Critical Reception

Something Left, Something Taken received mixed to positive reviews from critics. It was often praised for its gritty atmosphere and Joel Kinnaman's intense performance. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw, dark atmosphere and compelling lead performance.

  • Some critics noted a predictable narrative arc.

  • The film effectively explores themes of redemption and the difficulty of escaping one's past.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented on Google's platform.

Fun Fact

Joel Kinnaman, who plays the lead role of Alex, would go on to gain significant international recognition for his roles in American productions like 'The Killing' and 'RoboCop'.

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