Bruder
Bruder

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Bruder

2012
Movie
19 min
English

A young woman visits her family in the countryside. The past returns and brings something unknown out of the abyss.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Robert SchwentkeGenres: Drama, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

Markus and Timo are two brothers with a troubled past who reunite after a long separation. Markus, a former soldier, is haunted by his experiences and struggles to reintegrate into civilian life. Timo, on the other hand, is drawn into a criminal underworld. Their reunion sets off a chain of events that forces them to confront their shared history and fight for their survival.

Critical Reception

Bruder received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising the performances of its lead actors and its tense atmosphere. Some found the plot predictable, while others appreciated its exploration of brotherhood and the psychological impact of violence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Strong performances elevate the film's dramatic core.

  • A tense thriller that explores complex sibling dynamics.

  • Some viewers found the plot to be derivative of other crime dramas.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely aggregated for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived with a different narrative focus before evolving into its final thriller format.

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