A Young Man With High Potential
A Young Man With High Potential

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A Young Man With High Potential

2019
Movie
85 min
English

Piet, who is studying computer science, is as inexperienced sexually as he is intelligent. When he notices that his feelings for Klara, a fellow student, are not really reciprocal, he is deeply hurt. After trying out sleeping pills on himself, he drugs Klara, with unexpected consequences.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Nir BergmanGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A sheltered young man, recently discharged from the army, finds himself entangled in a complex and dangerous web of deception. He becomes involved with a charismatic but manipulative figure who draws him into a world of crime and moral compromise. As the stakes escalate, he must confront the dark consequences of his choices and fight for his survival.

Critical Reception

The film garnered attention for its tense atmosphere and exploration of dark themes. While some critics praised its psychological depth and performances, others found its narrative slow or predictable. It was generally considered a competent but not groundbreaking thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and psychological tension.

  • Criticized by some for a slow pace and underdeveloped plot points.

  • Performances were noted as a strong element, particularly the lead.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this film is not widely available on Google. Based on available data, viewers seemed to appreciate the thriller elements but some found the plot less engaging than expected.

Fun Fact

The film was part of the official selection at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in 2019.

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