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Mein Engel
Jelena and her mother Vera left Russia 20 years ago to come to Germany. Since this time, they’ve been living together in a tiny two bedroom appartment. Vera is almost 70 now and unable to accept reality in Germany. In her mind, she still lives in Russia, where she was a famous dancer. She gave up everything to allow her daughter to make her career in the west. But Jelena only managed to get a job as a dance teacher for chubby little girls…
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Plot Summary
In this intense crime drama, a dedicated but troubled detective is assigned to a series of child abductions. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he becomes increasingly consumed by the case, blurring the lines between his professional duties and personal life. The pressure mounts as he races against time to find the missing children and confront the perpetrator.
Critical Reception
Mein Engel received a mixed to positive reception, with praise often directed at its suspenseful narrative and strong performances, particularly from the lead actor. Some critics found the film's exploration of dark themes to be impactful, while others noted that its pacing could be uneven at times. Audience reactions generally reflected this, appreciating the tension but sometimes finding the subject matter heavy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and compelling lead performance.
Some viewers found the narrative gripping, though a portion felt it was too bleak.
The film effectively captures the psychological toll of a difficult investigation.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of the official selection at the Munich Film Festival in 2013.
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