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Kein einfacher Mord
Nina and Paul's marriage is over, they are just waiting for an opportunity to teach it their son Tim. During a chance encounter, Nina flirts with Viktor, her son's hockey coach, and goes with him to his house. A decision with serious consequences because Nina is nearly raped, defends herself and kills Viktor in the process. Paul followed the two and witnesses the misfortune, what makes a self-defense situation implausible for others. Agitated, the two drive home without notifying the police. While the investigations begin in the background and there is hardly any other topic in the circle of acquaintances of the other hockey parents, Nina and Paul have to stick together and assort new. Through the confrontation with the events and the solidarity as a "couple of crime" they find each other again in the course of the story. But can they also live with this guilt?
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Plot Summary
A young, ambitious police officer is tasked with solving a complex murder case. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit and corruption that reaches higher than he could have imagined. The investigation forces him to confront his own moral boundaries and the true nature of justice.
Critical Reception
The film was generally well-received by critics for its intricate plot and strong performances, particularly from the lead actors. It was praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and its examination of moral ambiguity within law enforcement.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and compelling central mystery.
Jonas Nay delivers a standout performance as the conflicted detective.
Some critics found the plot a bit convoluted in its later stages.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this specific title.
Fun Fact
Dominik Graf, the director, is known for his distinctive visual style and his ability to blend genre elements with deeper thematic explorations.
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