The Closer Stockholm
The Closer Stockholm

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The Closer Stockholm

2004
Movie
30 min
English

Dramatization of the dull aftermath of a series of un-named and traumatic events shared by eight people. This project was inspired by an original survey on sadness distributed in the United States and Sweden.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Johan RenckGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In Stockholm, a seasoned detective named Frank is tasked with investigating a series of seemingly unrelated disappearances. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a sinister conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of society. Frank must race against time to find the missing individuals and expose the truth before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

The Closer was met with generally positive reviews, particularly praised for its tense atmosphere and strong performances, though some critics found the plot somewhat convoluted. It established itself as a notable entry in Scandinavian crime cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark and suspenseful atmosphere.

  • Mikael Persbrandt's performance as the troubled detective was a standout.

  • Some viewers found the plot intricate and occasionally hard to follow.

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Fun Fact

The film was directed by Johan Renck, who later gained international acclaim for directing episodes of the critically successful television series 'Chernobyl'.

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