Mörderische Stille
Mörderische Stille

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Mörderische Stille

2017
Movie
89 min
German

A corpse is found in the Bay of Wilhelmshaven. It soon becomes clear that the dead man was an officer in the Dutch KFOR troops in Kosovo. During his investigation, Chief Inspector Holzer meets sailing instructor Michael Kühnert and his deaf wife Elena. Their way of communicating with each other and their daughter Sabin in sign language arouses his interest. Although Kühnert admits that he used to be a KSK soldier in Kosovo and met Elena there, neither of them claim to know the deceased. Holzer is certain that they are hiding something from him.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Markus L. LangGenres: Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A former detective, haunted by a past failure, is drawn back into the shadows when a series of ritualistic murders grips the city. He must race against time to uncover a cryptic connection between the victims before the killer strikes again. Facing his own demons and the skepticism of his former colleagues, he delves into a dark underworld to find the truth.

Critical Reception

Mörderische Stille received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance, though some found the plot occasionally predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark and brooding atmosphere.

  • The lead performance by Peter Lohmeyer was highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some reviews noted that the narrative followed familiar thriller tropes.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around several historically significant but often overlooked industrial sites in Germany, contributing to its gritty aesthetic.

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