Hybris
Hybris

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Hybris

2012
Movie
10 min
Dutch

Two women hide a dead man in an autumnal forest. He wakes up again the next day. In a flashback it becomes clear what happened and why. Now that everything is different, the man struggles with his karma and the hereafter.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jochen Alexander FreydankGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful architect is drawn into a dark and obsessive affair with a mysterious woman. As their relationship intensifies, the architect finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger, blurring the lines between reality and his deepest desires. He must confront the consequences of his actions before his life completely unravels.

Critical Reception

Hybris received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its suspenseful atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors. Some reviewers found the plot to be predictable in parts, while others commended its exploration of complex psychological themes and moral ambiguity. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its thriller elements and dramatic tension.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and effective psychological thriller elements.

  • Notable for strong performances from the lead cast, particularly Andreas Pietschmann.

  • Some critics noted a somewhat predictable plot progression despite engaging themes.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is limited, but reviews that are available tend to highlight the film's suspenseful narrative and dramatic intensity as key strengths, while some found the story to be less original than expected.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Hybris,' is a Greek term referring to excessive pride or self-confidence, often leading to a character's downfall, which directly reflects the protagonist's journey.

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