Dankert & Dankert: De Swarte Ingel
Dankert & Dankert: De Swarte Ingel

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Dankert & Dankert: De Swarte Ingel

2006
Movie
81 min
Dutch

The Dankert brothers are confronted by a client suspected of killing elderly patients in a hospital. It soon becomes apparent that there is another nurse walking around who is acting extremely suspicious. The Dankerts go on a hunt for exculpatory evidence and encounter surprising cases that pose a huge dilemma for them. How far does a lawyer go in professional secrecy before gnawing in his own private life? A conflict between the two brothers is inevitable.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Maarten van DorenGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

In the gritty underworld of Amsterdam, two hardened detectives, Dankert and Dankert, are tasked with solving a series of brutal murders. As they delve deeper into the criminal network, they uncover a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. The investigation tests their loyalty, their sanity, and their very survival as they race against time to catch the elusive killer known as 'The Black Angel'.

Critical Reception

Dankert & Dankert: De Swarte Ingel received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its atmospheric direction and strong performances, particularly from lead actor Huub Stapel. Some critics found the plot convoluted, while others lauded its dark and realistic portrayal of crime in Amsterdam.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense atmosphere and gritty crime drama elements.

  • Huub Stapel's performance as the weary detective was a standout for many reviewers.

  • Some critics noted a predictable plot but appreciated the dark tone.

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Fun Fact

The film is part of a Dutch crime drama series focusing on the detective duo, with 'De Swarte Ingel' (The Black Angel) being one of the installments.

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