Detective Roman
Detective Roman

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Detective Roman

2020
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Mandarin

There was a murder case in a French building in Xiaocheng. Bai Xiaonian brought Luo Meng to the scene. The glamorous female body and the footprints of three men in the scene made Luo Meng fall into contemplation.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Dasha VelesGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

In the gritty streets of Kyiv, Detective Roman faces a relentless serial killer whose elaborate crimes challenge his every instinct. As the body count rises and the city descends into fear, Roman must confront his own demons and a corrupt system to catch the perpetrator before they strike again. The investigation plunges him into a dark underworld where the lines between hunter and hunted blur.

Critical Reception

Detective Roman received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance, while some noted predictability in its plot. Audiences generally appreciated its gritty portrayal of crime and suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody cinematography and suspenseful atmosphere.

  • The central performance by Ivan Mudrov as Detective Roman was a highlight.

  • Some critics found the narrative twists to be somewhat formulaic.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is limited, but general sentiment points towards appreciation for the film's dark tone and engaging mystery, with some viewers finding the pacing occasionally slow.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in various districts of Kyiv, aiming to capture the city's authentic urban landscape and add to the gritty realism of the narrative.

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