Mandrake
Olga's husband were missing on the East Ukraine, in military events. In desperate to find him, Olga comes to the witches, who tell her that her husband died. Emotionally destroyed woman does not want to live without her beloved, the witches offered her to drink infusion of mandrake and "all will be forgotten and sorrow and life will pass." Olga is ready for everything only to subsided her emotional pain, but the ritual is going wrong, events of this world and after-world are woven into a tight knot, when it is impossible to separate life from death.
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Plot Summary
The film follows the charismatic but dangerous criminal mastermind, Sebastian Mandrake, who, after a daring prison escape, orchestrates a series of high-stakes robberies. He plans to pull off the biggest heist of his career, aiming to secure enough money to disappear forever. However, his elaborate plans are constantly threatened by a determined police detective and betrayals from within his own crew.
Critical Reception
Mandrake received mixed reviews, with critics often praising its ambition and action sequences but criticizing its pacing and convoluted plot. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the gritty crime narrative and others finding it overly complex and predictable.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its stylish direction and intense action sequences.
- Criticized for a plot that is often difficult to follow and lacks depth.
- The performances, particularly of the lead, were noted as a strong point.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the popular Swedish crime novels featuring the character Sebastian Mandrake.
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