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Wenn die Nacht kein Ende nimmt
The 17-year-old commercial student Doris, a young, blameless girl, lives with her relatives without parents. It is the nerve-wracking circumstances that make her very unhappy - the dream and longing for a fulfilled life seems far away. Then she meets a young man who recognizes her situation, takes advantage of it and puts her up as a prostitute in a bar. However, Doris escapes this milieu and works as a nanny in Austria. When the stepson of the house falls in love with her and her past comes to light, disaster strikes.
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Plot Summary
A young detective is assigned to investigate a series of murders that are plaguing the city. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a dark conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of society. He finds himself in a race against time to stop the killer before they strike again, all while grappling with his own personal demons.
Critical Reception
This German crime drama was met with mixed reviews, appreciated for its atmospheric tension and solid performances, but sometimes criticized for its predictable plot twists. Audiences at the time found it to be a suspenseful thriller that explored darker themes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gritty portrayal of crime and suspense.
Some reviewers found the narrative pacing to be uneven.
The performances, particularly from the lead actors, were generally well-received.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this older German film is not readily available, but similar films from the era often garnered appreciation for their suspenseful narratives and strong dramatic elements.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of German krimi films that gained popularity in the late 1950s and early 1960s, often adapting Edgar Wallace novels or similar crime thrillers.
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