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What Do Those Lunatics Want?
Zelimir Zilnik has always been discussing the communist's regime taboos , with his early documentaries , but especially with his film about the student's riots in 1968: Lipanjska gibanja (June Turmoil). His featured film Rani radovi (Early Works) got to trial, because it made important politicians, including Tito himself, very angry. However, it was free of all charges, thanks to the really honorable judge. The Golden Bear, the prime award of the Berlin Film Festival, was given to Zelimir and it was interpreted as the biggest provocation for socialist Yugoslavia. Therefore, the film was put away for years and was not available for the audience.
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Plot Summary
A retired CIA agent, living a quiet life, is forced back into action when his estranged daughter becomes entangled with a dangerous criminal organization. He must race against time to save her, confronting his past and utilizing his dormant skills. The mission takes him across borders, facing betrayal and escalating violence as he delves deeper into the underworld.
Critical Reception
While the film features a notable cast, 'What Do Those Lunatics Want?' generally received mixed to negative reviews. Critics often pointed to a convoluted plot and uneven pacing, though some performances, particularly Rutger Hauer's, were occasionally singled out for praise. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the thriller elements predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Features a strong performance from Rutger Hauer in a somewhat generic thriller plot.
The film struggles with pacing and a predictable storyline, failing to capitalize on its cast.
Offers some action but lacks depth and originality.
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Fun Fact
The film was also known by the alternative title "Alone in the Dark II", though it does not share any cast or crew with the similarly titled 2005 film 'Alone in the Dark' and is a standalone production.
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