Rosenbaum - Det sista vittnet
Rosenbaum - Det sista vittnet

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Rosenbaum - Det sista vittnet

1993
Movie
90 min
Swedish

At a Swedish company with international contacts, a bestial murder is committed. The murdered person has been employed by the company - everything indicates that the chairman of the board is guilty.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Daniel AlfredsonGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

The film follows Gunvald Larsson, a detective investigating a complex murder case that leads him into the dark underbelly of Stockholm. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of corruption and betrayal that challenges his resolve. The investigation forces him to confront his own demons and the moral ambiguities of the justice system.

Critical Reception

Rosenbaum - Det sista vittnet received moderate critical acclaim, appreciated for its gritty atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. While not a major international box office success, it was well-regarded within Scandinavian cinema for its intelligent plot and suspenseful execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense pacing and atmospheric portrayal of Stockholm's criminal elements.

  • Gunnar Eklund's performance as Gunvald Larsson was frequently highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some critics noted the plot could be convoluted at times, but generally found it engaging.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this film on Google is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a series of Swedish crime dramas based on books by Henning Mankell, featuring the character Detective Inspector Kurt Wallander. However, this particular film focuses on a different detective, Gunvald Larsson, from a related series of books by the same author.

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