Luzifer
Luzifer

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Luzifer

2021
Movie
103 min
German

Johannes, an innocent, Kaspar Hauser-like man with the heart of a child, lives secluded in an alpine hut together with his eagle and his devout mother. Daily life in this isolated world is governed by prayer and ritual. But suddenly, modern objects and disruptive noises intrude between nature and worship. A tourist development threatens to poison their paradise and awaken the devil.

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IMDb6.3/10
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Plot Summary

The film centers on a young woman named Anouk who becomes entangled with a mysterious cult. As she delves deeper into their beliefs and practices, she begins to question her own reality and sanity. The narrative explores themes of manipulation, faith, and the struggle for self-discovery.

Critical Reception

Luzifer received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its atmospheric tension and disturbing themes. While some found the pacing to be deliberate, others praised its unique visual style and strong performances, particularly from its lead actress. The film was noted for its unsettling portrayal of psychological manipulation and its exploration of dark subject matter.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Some found the film's slow burn and ambiguous ending challenging.

  • Lauded for its exploration of psychological horror and cult dynamics.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Luzifer are not widely available or aggregated on Google.

Fun Fact

The film's unsettling soundtrack plays a significant role in building its eerie and suspenseful atmosphere.

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BornKnight

BornKnight

Austrian movies have a very particular way to be and "Luzifer" does not escape to the rule. 25% drama, 25% Thriller, 50% folk psychologic drama. This one was directed and written by Peter Brunner, a filmmaker (this is his 4th movie) and mus...