The Forger
The Forger

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The Forger

2022
Movie
116 min
German

Jewish aesthete Cioma, 21, does not let anyone take away his joy of life, especially not the Nazis. In 1942, he has to find new ways to make his living in Berlin and escape deportation. In the process he discovers his talent for forgery: not only with passports, but also his own identity.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Metacritic39/100
Google Users58%
Director: J.C. SchröederGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former art prodigy, dealing with the illness of his son, is forced by a crime boss to commit a series of elaborate art heists. He must use his unique talents to create perfect forgeries, but when the stakes escalate and his family is threatened, he finds himself in a dangerous game of deception. The forger must outwit both the authorities and the criminals to save his loved ones.

Critical Reception

The Forger received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and the performances uneven. While some appreciated the attempt at a heist thriller with an emotional core, the film struggled to deliver a compelling narrative. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with praise for the action sequences but criticism for the lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a formulaic plot that fails to surprise or engage.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors doing more with the material than others.

  • The action sequences offer some excitement, but they aren't enough to salvage the weak storytelling.

Google audience: Viewers found the premise interesting but felt the execution was lacking. Many enjoyed the action and the cast, but were disappointed by the predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters. Some felt it was a decent watch for a casual viewing, while others considered it forgettable.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film features a notable cast including John Travolta and Morgan Freeman, who have had extensive careers in crime and drama genres, adding a layer of expectation for their roles in 'The Forger'.

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