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A Clear Felling
Martin and Eric grew up in a small village in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. They have been friends since they were little boys and met when they were fishing, and from then on went to the lake together every Sunday. But their friendship is also marked by rivalry, because on one of their trips together they also met Frenni, who both fell in love with. The three of them roamed the woods and fields as children and remained friends when they grew up and Frenni got together with Eric. The couple is inseparable and very much in love, and this great love and the friendship of the threesome is only repeatedly tested by the drunken attacks by Eric’s unpredictable, aggressive twin brother Basti.
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Plot Summary
A disillusioned detective, haunted by a past failure, investigates a series of disturbing murders in the German countryside. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a conspiracy rooted in long-buried secrets and the dark underbelly of a seemingly idyllic community. The investigation forces him to confront his own demons and the possibility that the killer is closer than he ever imagined.
Critical Reception
A Clear Felling received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and lead performance, while some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally appreciated the suspenseful nature of the film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and brooding tone.
Tom Wlaschiha's performance as the troubled detective was frequently highlighted.
Some critics noted a familiar narrative structure within the thriller genre.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but general sentiment from similar platforms suggests viewers appreciated the film's dark, tense mood and the central mystery.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in the Mecklenburg Lake District in Germany, adding to its naturalistic and often isolated atmosphere.
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