Detour
Alma and Jan are having an affair and yet Jan does not want to admit it. In order to force him to recognize their relationship, Alma secretly takes Jan's small son, Juri on a trip. Accompanied by the delivery man Bruno, the two drive in the direction of Berlin. At a rest stop, he tries clumsily to get closer to Alma but she rebuffs him. In doing so, Alma unwittingly injures him in such a way that he drops all his inhibitions. Whereas Bruno until now was acting covertly in the hope of establishing contact, he now wants to take for himself what has been denied him.
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Plot Summary
A young man, seeking revenge for his father's death, hires a street-smart woman to take him across the country to confront the man he believes is responsible. However, their journey takes a dark and twisted turn as the lines between victim and perpetrator blur, leading to unexpected betrayals and dangerous encounters.
Critical Reception
Detour received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who were divided on its convoluted plot and execution. While some praised its dark atmosphere and performances, many found the narrative confusing and predictable.
What Reviewers Say
- The film's attempt at a stylish neo-noir thriller is undermined by a convoluted and often nonsensical plot.
- Performances are generally solid, but they struggle to elevate the material.
- Visually, the film has moments of intrigue, but it ultimately fails to deliver a satisfying or coherent narrative.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a significant division, with many finding the plot difficult to follow and the twists unearned. Some viewers appreciated the dark tone and the actors' efforts, but the majority felt the film was a disappointing and confusing experience.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a stage play before being adapted into a screenplay.
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