Zorn - Kalter Rauch
Zorn - Kalter Rauch

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Zorn - Kalter Rauch

2017
Movie
90 min
German

In the fifth film in the series, the two chief commissioners Zorn and Schröder again investigate a truly tricky case in Halle. The script was written by Stephan Ludwig, who wrote the novel as in the previous productions. Directed by the crime-experienced Andreas Herzog. In addition to the two proven chief commissioner actors Stephan Luca and Axel Ranisch play again u. a. Alice Dwyer the prosecutor Borck and Katharina Nesytowa Zorn's girlfriend Malina.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Umut DagGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Detective Pernilla Zorn is tasked with investigating a series of seemingly unrelated crimes, which soon reveal a dark and complex conspiracy. As she delves deeper, Zorn finds herself entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with unseen adversaries who operate in the shadows of the city. The case forces her to confront her own past and the moral ambiguities of justice.

Critical Reception

Zorn - Kalter Rauch received moderate critical attention, praised for its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance. Some critics noted its deliberate pacing, while others found the plot to be somewhat convoluted. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its dark tone and crime-solving elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and compelling lead.

  • Some found the plot intricate but occasionally hard to follow.

  • Appreciated for its gritty portrayal of a crime investigation.

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Fun Fact

The film is part of a series of 'Tatort' episodes featuring the character Zorn.

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